Normal weather for Scotland in March
It's cold in March in Scotland with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 4°C to a high of 8°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 3°C.
In March, there is an average of 133 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. Of the total precipitation, about 16 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Scotland in March |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
7°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
8°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
4°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
133 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
16 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
16 cm | 1,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
7 days | 1 day | |
The climate of Scotland is based on weather data from Edinburgh. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Scotland for a full picture of the climate.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Scotland with cold temperatures, averaging around 6°C during the day and nights close to 0°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature rises to around 8°C, with nights close to 2°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Scotland will be around 8°C, with nights close to 2°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Temperature records for Scotland in March
With 16°C, Scotland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -4°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -11°C to a high of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Scotland, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in March in Scotland
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Daily Precipitation in March in Scotland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Scotland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 16 days of rain in Scotland.
Daily Snowfall in March in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Scotland, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV Index in March in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Scotland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Scotland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Scotland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Scotland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Scotland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Scotland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Scotland, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in March for Scotland
Click on a specific day in March for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Scotland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in March in Scotland
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Average Weather in Scotland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Scotland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
