March weather forecastReading, United Kingdom

March

Weather in March

The start of the spring season in March brings further enhancements to Reading's weather conditions, with temperatures trending upwards and snowfall becoming virtually non-existent. Average high temperatures continue to escalate, leading the charge towards 10.2°C (50.4°F), with lows sitting at 2.7°C (36.9°F), offering cool but not uncomfortably cold nights. The increase in daylight hours gradually starts to break the dominance of the cloudy and gloomy weather, bringing more sunshine and clearer skies. Though rainfall is frequent, it is relatively less than what the city experiences in February. Ultimately March paves the way for the even more agreeable conditions that spring offers.

Temperature

The transition into March in Reading notes an average high-temperature of a fresh 10.2°C (50.4°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 7.3°C (45.1°F) in February. Reading temperatures generally rest at a low of 2.7°C (36.9°F) during the March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Reading, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 320mm (12.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Reading. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Reading aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. Throughout the year, in Reading, there are 7.6 snowfall days, and 31mm (1.22") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Reading, United Kingdom, is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of March, in Reading, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:35 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Reading, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Reading, United Kingdom, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

In Reading, in March, the average high-temperature is 10.2°C (50.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.7°C (36.9°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in Reading is 84%.

In Reading, United Kingdom, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Reading aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Reading, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:35 pm GMT.

In Reading, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

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

  • Average high temperature in March: 10.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in March: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in March: 16.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).

Average humidity in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in March: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (17mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in March: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in March
Reading, United Kingdom

  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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