March weather forecast
Bristol, United Kingdom

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A beautiful lawn in front of the Bristol Cathedral, in Bristol, United Kingdom
A beautiful lawn in front of the Bristol Cathedral, in Bristol, United Kingdom

Weather in March

From February to March, Bristol sees a gentle surge in temperature, inviting the onset of spring. Notably, snow virtually vanishes with a paltry amount of 1mm (0.04"), signifying the end of winter. Generally, weather remains cloudy, but an increase in sunshine and daylight hours is noticeable. Wind speed during March takes a slight drop, leading to more serene days. Even though rainfall persists, its quantity remains almost similar to the previous months.

Temperature

In the transition from February to March, Bristol reports an average high-temperature of a fresh 10°C (50°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Bristol in March experiences a low-temperature average of 3.3°C (37.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bristol is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bristol, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bristol, there are 123.4 rainfall days, and 188mm (7.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bristol are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Bristol aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of March, in Bristol, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:42 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Bristol, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Bristol?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 10°C (50°F) and a low-temperature of 3.3°C (37.9°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Bristol?

In Bristol, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in Bristol in March?

In March, in Bristol, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout March, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Bristol?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Bristol, United Kingdom. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Bristol aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Bristol?

In Bristol, United Kingdom, the average day length in March is 11h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bristol?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bristol, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:42 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Bristol?

The average sunshine duration in March in Bristol is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bristol?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average temperature in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 10°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average pressure in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (81%).

Average rainfall in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (22mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, April and September (12mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average UV index in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 51).

Average visibility in March
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average visibility in March - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

Bristol, United Kingdom

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