Normal weather for Essex in March
It's cool to moderate in March in Essex with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 8°C.
In March, there is an average of 54 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,8 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Essex in March |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
15°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
20°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
10°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
54 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,8 cm | 1,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 1 day | |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Essex with cool temperatures, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights close to 3°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature rises to around 15°C, with nights close to 4°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Essex will be around 18°C, with nights close to 6°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
UV index
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.
Is March a good time to visit Essex?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then March isn’t the best time to be in Essex. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Essex in March
With 31°C, Essex hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -3°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -15°C to a high of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Essex
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Essex, 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.
Daily Precipitation in March in Essex
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Essex, 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 9 days of rain in Essex.
Daily Snowfall in March in Essex
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Essex, 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 Essex
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Essex, 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 Essex Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Essex, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Essex Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Essex, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Essex per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Essex, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in March for Essex
Click on a specific day in March for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Essex. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Essex by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Essex. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
