March weather forecast
Leeds, United Kingdom

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Weather in March

As March arrives, the weather in Leeds undergoes a noticeable shift. The snowfall lessens significantly this month, dropping to just 5mm, marking the departure of winter. Concurrently, daylight becomes more plentiful, and the city begins to bloom with the onset of spring. March showcases the beauty of change as life starts to sprout again in parks and gardens. It's a time for longer walks and refreshing countryside explorations around the city.

Temperature

The weather during March records an average high-temperature of a still chilly 9.1°C, closely mirroring the preceding month. During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a wintry 2.3°C.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, in Leeds, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 26mm of precipitation is accumulated. In Leeds, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.4 days and collects up to 406mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Leeds. In Leeds, in March, during 1.5 snowfall days, 5mm of snow is typically accumulated. In Leeds, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.6 days and aggregates up to 62mm of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:42 pm GMT. On the last day of March, in Leeds, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:39 pm BST.
Note: On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 1:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from GMT to BST. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from BST to GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Leeds is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Leeds?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Leeds, is 9.1°C, while the average low-temperature is 2.3°C.

What is the average humidity in March in Leeds?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Leeds?

In Leeds, United Kingdom, during March, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Leeds?

In Leeds, in March, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 5mm of snow.

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

In Leeds, United Kingdom, the average day length in March is 11h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Leeds?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:42 pm GMT. On the last day of the month, in Leeds, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:39 pm BST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Leeds?

On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 1:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from GMT to BST. DST ends on Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Leeds?

The average sunshine duration in March in Leeds, United Kingdom, is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Leeds?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Leeds, United Kingdom, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average temperature in March - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 9.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.5km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (79%).

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Average rainfall in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 26mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 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
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Leeds, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average UV index in March - Leeds, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in March
Leeds, United Kingdom

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

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

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