In March, the South West Coast Path experiences a wide range of weather, beginning with the regions of Exmoor, North Devon, Cornwall, South Devon, East Devon, and Dorset. The weather varies significantly, with temperatures frequently fluctuating between lows of -1°C and highs reaching up to 19°C. Precipitation is erratic, with many days seeing frequent rain showers and occasional dry spells under partly cloudy or sunny skies. Notably, heavy rainfall and snow are sporadically present along the path, affecting all areas at different intervals as the month progresses.
March in Exmoor is a mixed bag of overcast days, intermixed with patchy and heavy rain showers as well as occasional snow. Temperatures remain cool, with highs reaching around 11°C and dropping to lows near -3°C, particularly in the early days of the month, accompanied by precipitation up to 14 mm.
North Devon displays more variety with conditions ranging from sunny spells to heavy rain and snow showers, particularly in places such as Woolacombe and Clovelly. Rainfall is frequent, with several days exceeding 10 mm, while temperatures range from a chilly 0°C at night to pleasant highs in the mid-teens later in the month.
Starting the month with patchy rain and overcast skies in towns like Bude and Tintagel, Cornwall transitions, bringing periods of sunshine in locations such as Newquay and Perranporth. Rainfall is inconsistent, reaching highs of 18.5 mm in places like Port Isaac, with temperatures mostly mild, occasionally falling to near freezing during clear nights.
South Devon's weather exhibits similar variations with moderate rain showers and overcast conditions being prevalent. Throughout the month, the region sees highs around 19°C, particularly in areas like Bigbury on Sea. Rainy days frequently record around 9 mm of precipitation.
In East Devon, March starts with moderate rainfall and overcast conditions, particularly in Exmouth and Sidmouth. While the month progresses, frequent rain showers are observed, with temperatures generally rising from lows around 3°C to highs topping 16°C by the month's end.
Dorset experiences fluctuating weather, witnessing a few sunny spells amidst the predominantly cloudy and rainy days. Precipitation levels vary, with sunny and dry days more common by the month’s closing. Temperatures can reach comfortable heights of 19°C especially noted in Lulworth Cove and Worth Matravers, complemented by mild nights.
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