Ballycastle weather in March (Antrim County, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Ballycastle look like in March? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During March, Ballycastle usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 9°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 5°C.

Precipitation

Ballycastle in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 20 days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 98 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Ballycastle. June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ballycastle, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 94 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 98 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 28% *  

Data from: Belfast, Ireland (61 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in March

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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