March weather forecastBlackpool, United Kingdom
March
Weather in March
March signals the arrival of milder temperatures and melting snow in Blackpool. As the city crosses the threshold from the biting cold of winter, the atmosphere starts to hint at spring. Longer daylight hours become more prominent in March in comparison with the preceding months, inviting more outdoor activities. Despite these indications towards the warmer seasons, layers of clothing are still necessary to combat the cool breezy winds of Blackpool in March. With the relative humidity hovering at 80%, the weather remains quite damp during this period.Temperature
The dawn of March sees an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.7°C (47.7°F), subtly contrasting with February's 7.3°C (45.1°F). Blackpool's temperature during March nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 4.7°C (40.5°F).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Blackpool is 80%.Rainfall
In Blackpool, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation. In Blackpool, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182 days and collects up to 327mm (12.87") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Blackpool. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Blackpool aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Blackpool, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 18mm (0.71") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
February and March, with an average sea temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: Navigating the 7.3°C (45.1°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.
Daylight
In Blackpool, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 54min.On the first day of March in Blackpool, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 6:46 pm GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in March: 8.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 4.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in March: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in March: 20.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.5km/h).
Average humidity in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in March: 20mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (42mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (12mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and December (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (10.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in March: 1mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in March: 7.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (7.3°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
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: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Blackpool, 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
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in March
Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
