March weather forecast
Gretna, United Kingdom

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Gretna, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.2°C (46.8°F) and 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Temperature

The transition into March shows a subtle variation to a chilly 8.2°C (46.8°F) from February's 5.9°C (42.6°F) in the average high-temperature. Gretna, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to a wintry 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Humidity

In Gretna, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Gretna, in March, during 15.2 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 204.6 rainfall days, and 478mm (18.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall in Gretna. In Gretna, in March, during 0.7 snowfall days, 3mm (0.12") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7.2 snowfall days, and 41mm (1.61") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Gretna is 7.3°C (45.1°F).
Note: In 7.3°C (45.1°F), even brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) feels biting, and anything less than 10°C (50°F) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Gretna is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:48 pm. On the last day of March, in Gretna, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 6:47 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Gretna is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Gretna?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 8.2°C (46.8°F) and 1.9°C (35.4°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in March in Gretna?
In Gretna, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.
How much does it rain in Gretna in March?
In Gretna, United Kingdom, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Gretna in March?
In March, in Gretna, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout March, 3mm (0.12") of snow is accumulated.
What is the water temperature in March in Gretna?
In March, the average sea temperature in Gretna is 7.3°C (45.1°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
How many hours of daylight does Gretna have in March?
The average day length in March is 11h and 53min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gretna?
On the first day of March in Gretna, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 6:47 pm GMT.
How long on average sun shines in March in Gretna?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Gretna is 5.3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Gretna?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gretna.
What is the UV index intensity in March in Gretna?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Gretna, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average temperature in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.3°C).

Average pressure in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average pressure in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.5km/h).

Average humidity in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average humidity in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (82%).

Average rainfall in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13.3 days).

Average snowfall in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in March: 7.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.1°C).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average UV index in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March - Gretna, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in March
Gretna, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).

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