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Visiting Ireland in March

The weather in March is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 11°C (52°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Ireland.

March has total rainfall of 1.8cm (0.7inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 18.6 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

Sea temperatures are a cold 10°C (50°F). March is too cold for swimming in Ireland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting Ireland in the months of May, June, July, August, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Can you sunbathe in Ireland in March?

No, March is not a good time for sunbathing in Ireland.

March has average maximum temperatures of 11°C (52°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 1.8cm (0.7inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 18.6 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

More about March temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Ireland in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Ireland for any length of time, with the sea water at 10°C (50°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Ireland?

No, March is not a good time for a holiday in Ireland.

March has average maximum temperatures of 11°C (52°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 1.8cm (0.7inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 18.6 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Ireland. Sea temperatures are a cold 10°C (50°F). March is too cold for swimming in Ireland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Ireland warm in March?

No, Ireland is too cold for sunbathing in March.

The average maximum temperature in Ireland in March is 11°C (52°F). The average maximum temperature is 9°C (49°) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Ireland in March is 8°C (46°F). The average temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Ireland in March?

The average day light hours per day in Ireland in March are 11.8. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day.

More about March sunshine.

Temperature in Ireland in March

The weather in March is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into April. The average maximum temperature in Ireland in March is 11°C (52°F). The average maximum temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Ireland in March is 8°C (46°F). The average temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Ireland in March is 5°C (40°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (39°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Ireland in March

The days in March are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get longer into April. March has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into April. During March the average day light hours are 11.8 per day in Ireland. The sunshine percentage is 29.3% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 3.4 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Ireland in March is typically 2.7 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Ireland in March

The average sea water temperature in Ireland in March is 9.8°C (49.6°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in Ireland in March

March weather is slightly drier than the previous month. March has fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into April. The average total rainfall in Ireland in March is 1.8cm (0.7inches) and on average there are 18.6 rainy days in March making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Ireland in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Ireland in March is 7°C (44°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 8°C (8°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Ireland in March is typically 93.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 94.1% in the previous month and 93.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Ireland in March is typically 79.7%. The average relative humidity is 83% in the previous month and 75% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Ireland in March

The average maximum wind speed in Ireland in March is typically 28KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 35KM/H (22MPH) in the previous month and 28KM/H (17MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Ireland in March is typically 16KM/H (10MPH). The average wind speed is 19KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 15KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Ireland in March is from the South West.

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