Thurso Weather in March

Thurso in March sees low temperatures, with highs around 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 79 mm (3.1 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Thurso in March

Typically, you can expect about 21 days of rain this month, with 79 mm (3.1 in) on average. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Thurso in March

In March, Thurso gets low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F). Nights cool to around 4°C (39°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Thurso in March

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 96 hours of sunshine.

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Thurso Temperature in March

Min Temperature 4°C (39°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 79 mm (3.1 in)  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 96 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 29% *  

* Data from: Strathy East, Scotland (28 KM, 17 Miles).

What to Wear in Thurso in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Thurso in March. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Thurso in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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