March weather forecast
Fort William, United Kingdom

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Weather in March

With March heralding the onset of Spring in Fort William, the weather changes become more evident. A clear indicator of this transition is the noticeable drop in snowfall to a lower 65mm (2.56"). As the land thaws from the winter freeze, early Spring flowers start to tease through the soil, painting a colorful picture against the fading shades of Winter. An increase in daylight hours brings more cheer, paving the way for extended activities beyond dusk. March allows locals to gradually put away the heavy winter coats in exchange for lighter apparel.

Temperature

March's presence in Fort William marks an average high-temperature of a still wintry 5.6°C (42.1°F), subtly varied from February's 3.4°C (38.1°F). Fort William observes an average low-temperature of 0.6°C (33.1°F) during the slightly cooler nights of March.

Humidity

In Fort William, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

In Fort William, during March, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. In Fort William, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253 days and collects up to 1104mm (43.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Fort William. In Fort William, United Kingdom, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 65mm (2.56") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort William, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 327mm (12.87") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Fort William, United Kingdom, with an average sea temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F).
Note: Swimming in 7.1°C (44.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

In Fort William, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March in Fort William, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 6:58 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Fort William is 3.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fort William is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Fort William?

In Fort William, 5.6°C (42.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 0.6°C (33.1°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Fort William?

The average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How much does it rain in Fort William in March?

In March, in Fort William, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout March, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort William in March?

In March, in Fort William, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 65mm (2.56") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Fort William?

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average sea temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F).

How cold is the water in March in Fort William?

In Fort William, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in March is 7.1°C (44.8°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.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fort William?

The average day length in March is 11h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fort William?

On the first day of March in Fort William, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 6:58 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort William have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fort William, United Kingdom, is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Fort William?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort William is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average temperature in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 0.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-0.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average pressure in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in March: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1005.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.6km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 105mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (133mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (47mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 65mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (99mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in March: 7.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.1°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (8.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 64).

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Average visibility in March
Fort William, United Kingdom

Average visibility in March - Fort William, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August, September, November and December (7km).

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