March weather forecast
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Porthcawl, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.8°C (40.6°F) and 9.6°C (49.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of March brings an average high-temperature of a still frosty 9.6°C (49.3°F), almost identical to the preceding month. March nights in Porthcawl register a minor temperature decline, steadying at an icy 4.8°C (40.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Porthcawl, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.6 rainfall days, and 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Porthcawl are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Porthcawl aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Porthcawl, there are 2.2 snowfall days, and 6mm (0.24") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater in Porthcawl, United Kingdom.
Note: Unprotected swimming in 8.4°C (47.1°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 6:46 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In Porthcawl, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Porthcawl in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Porthcawl, records 9.6°C (49.3°F), while the low-temperature is 4.8°C (40.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Porthcawl?

In Porthcawl, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in Porthcawl in March?

In Porthcawl, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Porthcawl?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Porthcawl, United Kingdom. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Porthcawl aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Porthcawl?

The month with the coldest seawater in Porthcawl, United Kingdom, is March, with an average sea temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F).

How cold is the water in March in Porthcawl?

In Porthcawl, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in March is 8.4°C (47.1°F). Swimming in 8.4°C (47.1°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.

How many hours of daylight does Porthcawl have in March?

In Porthcawl, United Kingdom, the average day length in March is 11h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Porthcawl?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 6:46 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Porthcawl have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Porthcawl, United Kingdom, is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Porthcawl?

In Porthcawl, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average temperature in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 9.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average pressure in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 21.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (16.2km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (81%).

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Average rainfall in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 19mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (9mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are November and December (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 1mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in March: 8.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.4°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average UV index in March - Porthcawl, 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
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in March
Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Average visibility in March - Porthcawl, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (9km).

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