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Carrickfergus Weather in March

Carrickfergus in March averages 10°C (50°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Carrickfergus in March

Expect around 19 days of rain based on historical data, with 80 mm (3.1 in) average. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Carrickfergus in March

If you're visiting Carrickfergus in March, expect highs of 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows around 5°C (41°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Carrickfergus in March

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 98 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Carrickfergus. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Carrickfergus Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 98 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 28% *  
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (27 KM, 16 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in March

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Carrickfergus in March

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Carrickfergus in March. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Carrickfergus in March

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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