Cork weather in March (County Cork, Ireland)

Curious about the March weather in Cork? This guide provides all the details you need.

In March, Cork typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 11°C. But by evening, they drop to around 5°C.

Cork in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 105 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cork climate page with graphs.

 

Cork, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 105 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 28%  

Where to go in Ireland in March

Find out more about the weather in Ireland in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Cork in March?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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