Horsham Weather in March (1981–2025)

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March at a Glance in Horsham

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
9.9°C
Avg Low
❄️
3.5°C
Avg Temp
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6.7°C
Avg Rain
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56 mm
Avg Humidity
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88%
Avg Wind
🌬️
4.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
2.6
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-4.1°C
temp difference
❄️Cold afternoons❄️Cold mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌦️Some rain💨Breezy💦Humid air

Horsham March Weather Overview

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Horsham, with average highs near 9.9°C and lows around 3.5°C (mean 6.7°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 56 mm of rainfall and 88% relative humidity across the period.

Horsham March Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Horsham. Across 45 years of records, the warmest March in Horsham was 2017 — when the month averaged 8.9°C — while the coldest was 2013 at 3.4°C. Typical March days reach 9.9°C with nights near 3.5°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.3°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp6.0°C→7.6°C+1.6°C
Max Temp9.0°C→10.8°C+1.8°C
Min Temp2.9°C→4.4°C+1.5°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

3.0°C–4.5°C2 yr (4%)
4.5°C–6.0°C9 yr (20%)
6.0°C–7.5°C19 yr (42%)
7.5°C–9.0°C15 yr (33%)

Horsham March Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

March is about average for rainfall in Horsham, averaging 56 mm of rainfall. The wettest March on record was 2001 with 127 mm, while the driest were 1990 and 2025 at 11 mm.

Horsham March Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Horsham during March averages 88%. The most humid March was 2001 at 93%, and the least humid was 2006 at 85%.

Horsham March Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

March receives about 2.6 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Horsham. The sunniest March was 2025 at 3.3 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2001 at 2.

Horsham March Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Horsham during March is 4.1 m/s. The windiest Marchs were 1981, 1994 and 2008 at 5.1 m/s, while the calmest was 2012 at 2.9 m/s.

What March Feels Like in Horsham

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Cold
Morning
🌞
Cold
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★☆☆☆

How March Ranks in Horsham

🥶4th coolest month of the year
🌵5th driest month of the year
☀️7th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Horsham Weather by Month

Horsham March Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp5.9°C7.0°C6.7°C6.7°C7.4°C+1.5°C
Avg High9.0°C10.2°C9.9°C9.9°C10.6°C+1.6°C
Avg Low2.8°C3.8°C3.5°C3.4°C4.2°C+1.4°C
Avg Rain74 mm43 mm54 mm53 mm59 mm-15 mm

Extreme March Records in Horsham

🔥Warmest March18.3°C2012
🧊Coldest March-4.8°C1986
🌧️Wettest March127 mm2001
🏜️Driest March11 mm1990
🌬️Windiest March5.1 m/s1981

Key Insights for March

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March temperatures in Horsham have risen by about 1.6°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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March has ranged from a record low of -4.8°C (1986) to a record high of 18.3°C (2012).

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Rainfall in March is about average for rainfall, averaging 56 mm, with a wettest year of 127 mm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Horsham?

A quieter season to visit Horsham

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of July and August tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Horsham. That said, March — with days averaging 9.9°C and nights around 3.5°C (mean 6.7°C) and moderate rainfall (56 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the cooler conditions, and often means fewer crowds.

See Horsham's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Horsham Weather in March — In Depth

☀️ March climate overview

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Horsham, with average highs near 9.9°C and lows around 3.5°C (mean 6.7°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 56 mm of rainfall and 88% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in March

March averages 56 mm of rainfall in Horsham, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest March on record saw 127 mm (2001), and the driest just 11 mm (1990). Humidity sits around 88% and average wind speed is 4.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 2.6 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How March has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 1.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 9°C to 10.8°C and overnight lows from 2.9°C to 4.4°C over the same span.
March Weather in Horsham, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202511.5°C7.6°C3.8°C15.7°C-0.7°C11 mm87%3 m/s3.3
202410.9°C8.3°C5.7°C15.2°C1.3°C91 mm91%3.9 m/s2.5
202310.0°C7.4°C4.8°C13.2°C0.0°C108 mm90%4.5 m/s2.3
202211.5°C8.0°C4.5°C16.6°C0.4°C51 mm87%3.8 m/s2.9
202110.2°C6.7°C3.2°C17.9°C-1.7°C40 mm88%4 m/s2.6
20209.7°C6.6°C3.4°C12.7°C0.2°C55 mm88%4.9 m/s3.1
201911.4°C8.2°C5.1°C16.5°C1.6°C65 mm88%4.7 m/s2.8
20188.3°C5.4°C2.6°C12.3°C-4.0°C105 mm90%4.1 m/s2.1
2017 🔥11.9°C8.9°C6.0°C16.8°C2.4°C46 mm87%4.4 m/s2.7
20169.3°C6.0°C2.7°C12.4°C-1.0°C81 mm87%4.1 m/s2.7
20159.5°C6.2°C2.8°C12.7°C-0.9°C25 mm88%4.2 m/s2.8
201411.1°C7.7°C4.3°C15.3°C-0.1°C31 mm89%3.6 m/s2.9
2013 ❄️5.9°C3.4°C0.8°C11.6°C-2.1°C78 mm89%4.1 m/s2.1
201212.6°C8.3°C4.1°C18.3°C-0.2°C29 mm86%2.9 m/s3
201110.6°C6.8°C3.0°C16.6°C-1.6°C21 mm89%3.3 m/s2.8
20108.7°C5.7°C2.8°C12.1°C-2.5°C54 mm89%3.9 m/s2.7
200910.6°C6.9°C3.2°C13.5°C-1.0°C37 mm87%3.7 m/s3
20089.4°C6.2°C3.1°C13.0°C-2.5°C81 mm86%5.1 m/s2.6
200710.8°C7.3°C3.8°C15.8°C-1.3°C53 mm88%4.3 m/s3
20067.8°C5.0°C2.1°C13.0°C-2.7°C50 mm85%4.8 m/s2.4
200510.1°C6.8°C3.5°C16.4°C-3.0°C45 mm89%3.5 m/s2.3
20049.1°C6.3°C3.4°C14.9°C-2.0°C40 mm88%3.9 m/s2.3
200311.3°C7.7°C4.0°C15.8°C0.9°C27 mm88%3.7 m/s3.1
200211.0°C7.8°C4.6°C13.8°C0.9°C55 mm89%3.9 m/s2.6
2001 🌧️8.3°C5.9°C3.4°C12.3°C-2.0°C127 mm93%4 m/s2
200010.6°C7.0°C3.4°C14.3°C-1.4°C21 mm89%3.8 m/s2.7
199910.5°C7.4°C4.3°C17.0°C-0.3°C47 mm89%3.5 m/s2.6
199810.6°C7.7°C4.9°C15.2°C0.1°C59 mm89%4.1 m/s2.2
199711.7°C8.3°C4.8°C14.6°C1.4°C24 mm89%3.5 m/s2.9
19968.1°C4.8°C1.6°C14.7°C-2.1°C43 mm87%3.6 m/s2.1
19959.0°C5.6°C2.2°C15.0°C-1.5°C54 mm88%4.6 m/s2.8
199410.3°C7.3°C4.3°C13.8°C-0.9°C56 mm89%5.1 m/s2.5
19939.6°C6.0°C2.5°C14.7°C-2.3°C26 mm88%3.4 m/s2.7
199210.1°C7.2°C4.2°C14.0°C0.9°C51 mm88%4.6 m/s2.3
199110.8°C7.8°C4.7°C15.2°C0.0°C61 mm89%3.9 m/s2.2
199011.3°C7.9°C4.6°C15.6°C-1.8°C11 mm87%4.1 m/s2.8
198911.3°C7.9°C4.6°C16.9°C-0.4°C74 mm88%4.5 m/s2.2
19889.2°C6.4°C3.6°C12.6°C-2.6°C78 mm89%4.6 m/s2.3
19877.1°C4.1°C1.0°C11.2°C-3.0°C76 mm87%4.4 m/s2.4
19868.0°C4.9°C1.8°C11.6°C-4.8°C71 mm90%4.3 m/s2.6
19857.7°C4.7°C1.7°C12.7°C-2.6°C52 mm90%3.5 m/s2.2
19848.3°C5.0°C1.6°C11.7°C-1.9°C77 mm88%3.7 m/s2.2
19839.3°C6.0°C2.8°C13.5°C-1.6°C43 mm90%3.8 m/s—
19829.2°C6.0°C2.7°C14.6°C-0.1°C83 mm87%4.6 m/s—
198110.6°C8.1°C5.6°C14.3°C-0.3°C114 mm90%5.1 m/s—

Actual recorded March data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Horsham March Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Horsham in March?▼

The average high in March is around 9.9°C with lows near 3.5°C (mean 6.7°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Horsham in March?▼

March averages 56 mm of rainfall in Horsham, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 127 mm in 2001.

What was the hottest March on record in Horsham?▼

The hottest March reached 18.3°C in 2012. The coldest dipped to -4.8°C in 1986.

Has March in Horsham gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 1.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 9°C to 10.8°C and overnight lows from 2.9°C to 4.4°C over the same span.

Is March a good time to visit Horsham?▼

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Horsham and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 9.9°C daytime highs and 3.5°C at night.

Is March the coldest month in Horsham?▼

Not quite — March is the 4th coolest month in Horsham, averaging 6.7°C.

What should I pack for Horsham in March?▼

For March in Horsham, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 9.9°C and lows of 3.5°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Horsham humid in March?▼

Relative humidity in March averages 88% — quite humid.

How windy is Horsham in March?▼

Average wind speed in March is 4.1 m/s. The windiest March on record averaged 5.1 m/s (1981).

Which March had the most rainfall in Horsham?▼

The wettest March on record was 2001 with 127 mm. On average, March sees 56 mm.

Where does this March weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Horsham behaves each March, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for March specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.