March 17 is generally a great time to visit Edinburgh. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 9°C weather. Edinburgh is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual. Note: March 17 is Saint Patrick's Day in Edinburgh, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Edinburgh
Currency
GBP
£ British pound
Language
English
Driving
Left side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.667
Edinburgh Weather Forecast for March 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 9.2°C. 20% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Edinburgh in March
Based on historical data for March 17, Edinburgh typically experiences temperatures between 3.3°C and 9.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Edinburgh
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
9.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
6.1°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
20%
Avg 0.9mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~20% chance
Pressure
1018 hPa
High volatility
Edinburgh Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 47 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 71 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 118 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.9°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
Saint Patrick's Day
Flight Traffic
Busy
75/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~158
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Edinburgh
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:24
☀️ Noon
12:22
🌇 Sunset
18:20
⏱️ Daylight
11h 55m
Wind Speed
22.4 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
6.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
80%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Edinburgh
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Edinburgh on March 17 averages 9.2°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 61/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Edinburgh Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 22
9.6°C • 21% rain
Score
63
March 23
9.6°C • 21% rain
Score
63
March 24
9.5°C • 24% rain
Score
63
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Edinburgh Worth Visiting on March 17?
Planning a trip to Edinburgh on March 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 9.2°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Saint Patrick's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 158 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for United Kingdom, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 6.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.23m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.4°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to -1.2°C in 2018.