March weather forecast
Preston, United Kingdom

March

Weather in March

March introduces a noticeable shift in Preston's climate, encapsulating the charm of early spring. The month registers a significant increase in temperature compared to February, driving the average high to 8.7°C (47.7°F). Rainfall remains constant around 55mm (2.17") falling over 16 days, implying the skies are slightly more generous this month. To buoy up the lively vibes, daylight extends noticeably, nurturing the burst of new life around. Amid the transition, wind speed slows down to 17.7km/h (11mph), softening its gusts.

Temperature

The transition into March reveals an average high-temperature of a still frosty 8.7°C (47.7°F), mirroring a close resemblance to February. Preston throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 3.1°C (37.6°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Preston, United Kingdom, in March, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 221 rainfall days, and 680mm (26.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall in Preston. In Preston, in March, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Preston, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.7 days and aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of snow.

Daylight

In Preston, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:48 pm. On the last day of March, in Preston, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 6:45 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Preston 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 moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Preston?
In Preston, 8.7°C (47.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 3.1°C (37.6°F) is the average low-temperature during March.
What is the average humidity in March in Preston?
In March, the average relative humidity in Preston is 83%.
How many days does it rain in March in Preston?
In Preston, in March, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Preston in March?
In Preston, United Kingdom, during March, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Preston have in March?
The average day length in March in Preston, United Kingdom, is 11h and 54min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Preston?
On the first day of March in Preston, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 6:45 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Preston have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.
What is the UV index intensity in March in Preston?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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 daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average temperature in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.7°C).

Average pressure in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average pressure in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.2km/h).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.3 days).

Average snowfall in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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 - Preston, United Kingdom
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average UV index in March
Preston, 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 - Preston, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in March
Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in March - Preston, United Kingdom
Average visibility in March
Preston, 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).

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