Weather in East Sussex, United Kingdom in March

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Visiting East Sussex, United Kingdom in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (50°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 39% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in East Sussex.

March has total rainfall of 0.2cm (0.1inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 7°C (45°F). March is too cold for swimming in East Sussex for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting East Sussex in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Can you sunbathe in East Sussex in March?

No, March is not a good time for sunbathing in East Sussex.

March has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (50°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 39% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 0.2cm (0.1inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about March temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in East Sussex in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in East Sussex for any length of time, with the sea water at 7°C (45°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in East Sussex?

No, March is not a good time for a holiday in East Sussex.

March has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (50°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 39% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 0.2cm (0.1inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in East Sussex. Sea temperatures are a cold 7°C (45°F). March is too cold for swimming in East Sussex for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is East Sussex warm in March?

No, East Sussex is too cold for sunbathing in March.

The average maximum temperature in East Sussex in March is 10°C (50°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (46°) in the previous month and 13°C (56°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in East Sussex in March is 7°C (45°F). The average temperature is 6°C (42°F) in the previous month and 10°C (51°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is East Sussex in March?

The average day light hours per day in East Sussex in March are 11.8. The sunshine percentage is 39% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in East Sussex in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into April. The average maximum temperature in East Sussex in March is 10°C (50°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 13°C (56°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in East Sussex in March is 7°C (45°F). The average temperature is 6°C (42°F) in the previous month and 10°C (51°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in East Sussex in March is 6°C (42°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (39°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in East Sussex in March

The days in March are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into April. March has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into April. During March the average day light hours are 11.8 per day in East Sussex. The sunshine percentage is 39% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in East Sussex in March is typically 2.8 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in East Sussex in March

The average sea water temperature in East Sussex in March is 7°C (44.6°F) which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in East Sussex in March

March weather is slightly drier than the previous month. March has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into April. The average total rainfall in East Sussex in March is 0.2cm (0.1inches) and on average there are 10.4 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in East Sussex in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in East Sussex in March is 6°C (42°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 8°C (8°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in East Sussex in March is typically 90.4%. The maximum relative humidity is 92.5% in the previous month and 90.5% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in East Sussex in March is typically 78%. The average relative humidity is 82.3% in the previous month and 75.7% in the next month.

Wind Speed in East Sussex in March

The average maximum wind speed in East Sussex in March is typically 31KM/H (19MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 30KM/H (19MPH) in the previous month and 29KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in East Sussex in March is typically 21KM/H (13MPH). The average wind speed is 21KM/H (13MPH) in the previous month and 20KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in East Sussex in March is from the West-Southwest.

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