United Kingdom weather in March
The UK weather in March is most accurately described as changeable. The first month of the spring can easily bring us snow along with overnight frosts. Across the United Kingdom, March temperatures average a daily high of 9 Celsius and a low of 2 Celsius. So, it's too early to put your winter hats, gloves, and scarves in the closet. In addition, you can expect a lot of rainy days, so better take an umbrella if you are heading outside. In order to predict the UK weather in March 2023, let's take a look at average temperatures and the level of precipitation in different cities.
Starting from the Scotland weather. Average March temperatures in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and Glasgow are at the same level: a daily high of 9 degrees and a low of 2 degrees. A high risk of precipitation remains during the whole month. Approximately twenty or even twenty two March days could bring showers. There is ample rainfall, especially in Glasgow: up to 120 mm. While people of Edinburgh could see some sunny spells. At the same time, snow covers the high ground in early March.
What about the Northern Ireland weather? Cloudy and rainy conditions in Belfast , with only 3 sunshine hours per day. The high level of rainfall reaches 80 mm in March.
There is significant rainfall in northern England as well. More than a 50 percent chance to see rain in March. Average temperatures in Newcastle and Hull are within the normal range: a daily high of 9 Celsius and a low of 3 Celsius.
A bit warmer March weather is traditionally predicted for North West England. An average daily high temperature of 10 Celsius is usually observed in Liverpool and Manchester. Mostly cloudy, with a high risk of precipitation: of up to 80 mm. 3-4 sunshine hours on clear days.
Similar average temperatures are in Norwich, Birmingham, and Oxford : a daily high of 10 Celsius and a low of 3 Celsius. However, much drier conditions are expected there. The average monthly precipitation varies between 45 mm to 60 mm.
It gets warmer, as we move southwards. An average daily high temperature reaches 12 Celsius in London . Mainly dry in March with some clear spells.
Now, let's take a look at Wales weather. People of Cardiff can expect a daily high of 11 Celsius and a low of 4 Celsius. Though rain falls for almost half of a month.
And finally south of England. Compared to other parts of the UK, this place experiences the least amount of rain. Average March temperatures in Plymouth and Southampton are between 5 to 12 Celsius.
It is too early to predict the UK weather in March 2023. This forecast just provides an indication of how the weather might change, or be different from normal. So, in order to avoid any troubles, it is better to stay up to date with the forecasts. We will keep you updated.
Chief forecaster and ideologist of the weather forecast service Pogodnik. Co-author of scientific articles and specialized content for various online media.
