Glasgow · March
Run in the midday.
Cold: average high 48°F, low 36°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 82% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 20 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
48° / 36°F
Humidity
82%
Rain days
20/mo
Wind
14 mph
What March feels like in Glasgow
Sunrise
07:28
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:21
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Glasgow in March
The kit for March in Glasgow: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
March vs the surrounding months
vs February
+3° avg high
0 rain days
Glasgow in February →
March
48°F avg high
20 rain days
Best: midday
vs April
-5° avg high
+4 rain days
Glasgow in April →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Glasgow in March?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Glasgow in March?+
Average high 48°F, average low 36°F.
How does March compare to surrounding months in Glasgow?+
Compared to February (avg high 45°F), March is warmer. Compared to April (avg high 52°F), March is cooler.
Does it rain often in Glasgow in March?+
Expect about 20 measurable rain days in March, on average.