Monthly climate guide
Southampton weather in March
Expect cool weather in Southampton in March: afternoons reach about 10°C (50°F), while nights drop to around 3°C (37°F). Around 56 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C warmer than February and 3°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- Compared with Llandudno, Southampton runs roughly 2°C warmer this month.
- March brings early spring to Southampton.
Avg high
10°C
50°F
Avg low
3°C
37°F
Rainfall
56 mm
some rain
Humidity
88%
relative
Sky
64%
cloud · often cloudy
Southampton weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C / 46°F | 3°C / 37°F | 84 mm | 94% | 73% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | 2°C / 36°F | 64 mm | 92% | 69% |
| March | 10°C / 50°F | 3°C / 37°F | 56 mm | 88% | 64% |
| April | 14°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 50 mm | 84% | 55% |
| May | 17°C / 62°F | 8°C / 46°F | 49 mm | 80% | 58% |
| June | 20°C / 67°F | 11°C / 51°F | 63 mm | 78% | 61% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 55°F | 53 mm | 73% | 55% |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 70 mm | 76% | 59% |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 51°F | 51 mm | 80% | 58% |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 9°C / 47°F | 87 mm | 87% | 68% |
| November | 11°C / 52°F | 6°C / 42°F | 85 mm | 92% | 74% |
| December | 9°C / 48°F | 4°C / 39°F | 100 mm | 94% | 74% |
What to pack for March
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is March a good time to visit Southampton?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Southampton →Other United Kingdom cities in March
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Southampton in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Southampton?
March is cool in Southampton, with highs around 10°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Southampton in March?
Average highs are about 10°C (50°F) and average lows about 3°C (37°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Southampton in March?
Southampton typically gets around 56 mm of rain in March — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Southampton (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.