March in London averages highs of 11 °C (52 °F) and lows of 4 °C (39 °F), with about 9 rainy days and 11 h 42 min of daylight.
March weather in London at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is March a good time to visit London?
Tough month: cold and some rain. March is usually low season in London: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in March 2026
No public holidays fall in March 2026 in United Kingdom, so opening hours should be normal.
Things to do in London in March
March's weather suits a mix of outdoor sights and museums, so the open-air ones come first.
- Westminster and Big Ben — then a walk along the South Bank outdoors
- Hyde Park and Kensington — plus the free museums in South Kensington outdoors
- British Museum — free, huge, go with a plan indoors
- Tower of London and Tower Bridge — Crown Jewels inside indoors
- National Gallery and Trafalgar Square — free indoors
- Borough Market — lunch under cover indoors
Where to stay: South Bank or Covent Garden for sights on foot; King's Cross for transport; Shoreditch for nightlife.
What to pack for London in March
- A warm jacket and layers; evenings drop to around 4 °C (39 °F).
- An umbrella or a light waterproof: about 9 days this month see real rain.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in London costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | £55–150 | £180–385 |
Excluding flights. March is usually low season in London: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
March in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | 12° / 4° | 11 | Tough month |
| Amsterdam | 10° / 3° | 10 | Tough month |
| Dublin | 10° / 4° | 11 | Tough month |
Plan your London trip
- 3 Days in London Itinerary: First-Timer's Plan for 2026
- Is London Expensive? A Realistic Budget Guide for 2026
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FAQ
Is March a good time to visit London?
By the numbers, March is a tough month: cold and some rain, with average highs of 11 °C (52 °F) and about 9 rainy days. March is usually low season in London: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper. The best months for weather are June, July, August, September.
How warm is London in March?
Average highs are 11 °C (52 °F) and lows 4 °C (39 °F) (2015–2024 averages).
Does it rain a lot in London in March?
Expect about 9 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 58 mm in total. It is the 4th wettest month of the year in London.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.