Oughterard weather in March (Galway County, Ireland)

How does the March weather in Oughterard compare to other months? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for March in Oughterard includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 11°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 4°C.

Precipitation

Oughterard in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 22 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 89 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November 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 Oughterard climate page with graphs.

 

Oughterard, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 94 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 89 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 28% *  

Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (39 KM, 24 Miles).

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.

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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.

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

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