Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Edinburgh | Birmingham | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 8°C (46°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Birmingham |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 3°C (37°F) | 3°C (37°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 13 days | 11 days▲ | Birmingham |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 60 mm | 50 mm▲ | Birmingham |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 7h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 24 km/h | 22 km/h▲ | Birmingham |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Birmingham edges ahead as the better destination in March. Birmingham offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Edinburgh sees 7 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.
Edinburgh is on the cooler side at 8°C, requiring warmer clothing. Birmingham is cooler at 10°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in March.
Edinburgh reaches an average high of 8°C (46°F) and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Birmingham averages 10°C (50°F) for the high and 3°C (37°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Edinburgh receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Birmingham sees 50 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 2 rain days and 10 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 8°C, lows of 3°C, 13 rain days
Highs of 10°C, lows of 3°C, 11 rain days
Pack for both: waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Edinburgh | Birmingham | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 6°C | 14d | 7°C | 12d |
| Feb | 6°C | 12d | 7°C | 10d |
| Mar | 8°C | 13d | 10°C | 11d |
| Apr | 10°C | 12d | 12°C | 12d |
| May | 13°C | 13d | 15°C | 12d |
| Jun | 16°C | 14d | 18°C | 12d |
| Jul | 18°C | 14d | 20°C | 12d |
| Aug | 17°C | 13d | 20°C | 11d |
| Sep | 15°C | 11d | 17°C | 10d |
| Oct | 12°C | 13d | 13°C | 11d |
| Nov | 8°C | 14d | 9°C | 12d |
| Dec | 6°C | 14d | 7°C | 12d |
Edinburgh Weather in March
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