March weather forecast
Glasgow, United Kingdom

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The front building of the University of Glasgow, United Kingdom, with a beautiful flower garden
The front building of the University of Glasgow, United Kingdom, with a beautiful flower garden

Weather in March

March in Glasgow signals the budding signs of spring. Despite the small increase from February, low temperatures no longer drop to 1.4°C (34.5°F) but encompass a new average of 2°C (35.6°F). The signs of winter dwindle with a substantial decrease in the snow presence, resulting in fresh green spaces. Parks such as Glasgow Green and Botanic Gardens gather more visitors for pleasant outdoor excursions. With the days starting to stretch out, there are more opportunities to savor the improving climate and anticipate the full bloom of spring.

Temperature

Glasgow observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between February's 5.6°C (42.1°F) and March's 7.3°C (45.1°F). Glasgow's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at an icy 2°C (35.6°F).

Humidity

In Glasgow, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In Glasgow, in March, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 60mm (2.36") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 242.3 rainfall days, and 788mm (31.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Glasgow, in March, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 22mm (0.87") of snow. In Glasgow, during the entire year, snow falls for 13 days and aggregates up to 127mm (5") of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Glasgow is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:53 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Glasgow in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Glasgow, is 7.3°C (45.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 2°C (35.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Glasgow?

In Glasgow, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in Glasgow?

In March, in Glasgow, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout March, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Glasgow in March?

In Glasgow, United Kingdom, in March, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 22mm (0.87") of snow.

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

In March, the average day length in Glasgow, United Kingdom, is 11h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Glasgow?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:53 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Glasgow have in March?

In Glasgow, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Glasgow?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Glasgow.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Glasgow?

In Glasgow, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average temperature in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 7.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average pressure in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

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Average rainfall in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (88mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 18.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 22mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (49mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March - Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).

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Average visibility in March
Glasgow, United Kingdom

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

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

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