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Portrush Weather in March

March in Portrush averages 10°C (50°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 96 mm (3.8 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Portrush in March

You can typically expect 20 days of rain this month, averaging around 96 mm (3.8 in). Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Portrush in March

Daytime highs in Portrush in March reach 10°C (50°F), with nights around 6°C (43°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Portrush in March

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 100 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Portrush. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Portrush Temperature in March

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
68%
Precipitation
96 mm (3.8 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Sunshine
100 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Derry, Ireland (47 KM, 29 Miles).

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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 Portrush in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Portrush in March. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Portrush in March

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

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

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