Ireland (Dublin) · March
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 8° (46°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 14° (57°)10– (50–)18 (64) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)14 (57) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)12 (54) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 1 | 3h UV 3 | 4h UV 4 | 5h UV 5 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 6 | 5h UV 6 | 4h UV 4 | 3h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 9° (48°) | 8° (46°) | 8° (46°) | 10° (50°) | 12° (54°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 14° (57°) | 11° (52°) | 10° (50°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d54mm (2.1") | 6d46mm (1.8") | 7d53mm (2.1") | 6d39mm (1.6") | 7d48mm (1.9") | 7d55mm (2.2") | 8d64mm (2.5") | 7d69mm (2.7") | 7d55mm (2.2") | 8d73mm (2.9") | 8d71mm (2.8") | 9d65mm (2.6") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Ireland (Dublin) is on the cool side — with highs around 10°C (50°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 10°C (50°F) during the day and drop to 3°C (37°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 14°C (57°F), the coldest nights around -3°C (27°F) — frost does occur. With 4 sunshine hours per day and 7 rain days (53 mm (2.1 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 8°C (46°F), the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
St Patrick's Day turns the city green around 17 March, after which things calm down. April is comparatively dry with six rainy days, and May brings six hours of sunshine a day. The parks bloom and the coast around Howth is hiked again.
Events & Festivals
- St Patrick's Festivalseveral days up to 17 March
Ireland's national day is celebrated in Dublin over several days. The highlight is the parade at noon on 17 March along O'Connell Street and over O'Connell Bridge, with more than 3,000 participants.
Packing list for Ireland (Dublin) in March
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Ireland (Dublin)?
- March is not an optimal month for Ireland (Dublin) (Score: 42/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Ireland (Dublin) in March?
- In March, Ireland (Dublin) sees daily highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights cool to 3°C (37°F), with a daily average of 7°C (45°F). Peaks reach around 14°C (57°F), the coldest nights around -3°C (27°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Ireland (Dublin) in March?
- In March, Ireland (Dublin) receives an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Ireland (Dublin) get in March?
- Ireland (Dublin) averages 4 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Ireland (Dublin) in March?
- Water temperature in Ireland (Dublin) in March averages 8°C (46°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.