Normal weather for Ireland in March
It's cool in March in Ireland with an average temperature of 10°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 7°C to a high of 13°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 5°C.
In March, there is an average of 60 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,6 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Ireland in March |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
10°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
13°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
7°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
60 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
1,6 cm | 1,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Ireland with cold temperatures, averaging around 9°C during the day and nights close to 3°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature rises to around 11°C, with nights close to 4°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Ireland will be around 12°C, with nights close to 5°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records for Ireland in March
With 17°C, Ireland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -1°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -5°C to a high of 12°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Ireland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Ireland, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in March in Ireland
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Daily Precipitation in March in Ireland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Ireland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 9 days of rain in Ireland.
Daily Snowfall in March in Ireland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Ireland, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV Index in March in Ireland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Ireland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Ireland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Ireland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Ireland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Ireland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Ireland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Ireland, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in March for Ireland
Click on a specific day in March for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Ireland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in March in Ireland
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Average Weather in Ireland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ireland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
