Belfast weather in March (County Antrim, Ireland)

How does the weather in Belfast usually fare in March? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In March, Belfast usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 11°C, while nights can cool down to about 4°C.

Precipitation

Belfast in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. This month experiences about 20 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 98 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Belfast, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Water Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 69 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 87%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 98 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 28%  

Where to go in Ireland in March

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

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 7°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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Belfast.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Ireland? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Ireland. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.