Weather in Scotland, United Kingdom in March

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Visiting Scotland, United Kingdom in March

The weather in March is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (48°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Scotland.

March has total rainfall of 0.5cm (0.2inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 21.1 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (47°F). March is too cold for swimming in Scotland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting Scotland 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 Scotland in March?

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

March has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (48°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 0.5cm (0.2inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 21.1 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

More about March temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Scotland in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Scotland for any length of time, with the sea water at 9°C (47°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Scotland?

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

March has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (48°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 0.5cm (0.2inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 21.1 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Scotland. Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (47°F). March is too cold for swimming in Scotland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Scotland warm in March?

No, Scotland is too cold for sunbathing in March.

The average maximum temperature in Scotland in March is 9°C (48°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (46°) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Scotland in March is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Scotland in March?

The average day light hours per day in Scotland in March are 11.8. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day.

More about March sunshine.

Temperature in Scotland in March

The weather in March is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into April. The average maximum temperature in Scotland in March is 9°C (48°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Scotland in March is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Scotland in March is 4°C (38°F). The minimum temperature is 3°C (38°F) in the previous month and 5°C (41°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Scotland in March

The days in March are significantly longer than the previous month and the days continue to get 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 Scotland. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Scotland in March is typically 1.9 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 Scotland in March

The average sea water temperature in Scotland in March is 8.5°C (47.3°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in Scotland in March

March weather is slightly drier than the previous month. March has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Scotland in March is 0.5cm (0.2inches) and on average there are 21.1 rainy days in March making it a very wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Scotland in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Scotland 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 7°C (7°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Scotland in March is typically 90.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.4% in the previous month and 91.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Scotland in March is typically 81.2%. The average relative humidity is 83% in the previous month and 80.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Scotland in March

The average maximum wind speed in Scotland in March is typically 39KM/H (24MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 39KM/H (24MPH) in the previous month and 35KM/H (22MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Scotland in March is typically 25KM/H (16MPH). The average wind speed is 25KM/H (15MPH) in the previous month and 21KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Scotland in March is from the South West.

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