Achill Island Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Achill Island, Ireland in March.

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Keel Achill Sound Doogort Bunacurry

Considering a trip to Achill Island, Ireland this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Achill Island in March

Achill Island, Ireland is a region in Ireland. March in Achill Island generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Keel.

To explore the conditions in Achill Island, Ireland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Doogort with an average of 100 mm (3.9 in) to high rainfall in Achill Sound with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Keel as an example - it receives around 102 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Achill Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Achill Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Keel)

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April12°C (54°F) May14°C (57°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August18°C (64°F) September17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November12°C (54°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Achill Island in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Achill Island.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Achill Island

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Achill Island, Ireland?

Temperature range in Achill Island (March)

Precipitation variation in Achill Island (March)

Keel

In March Keel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
102 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Keel →

Achill Sound

In March Achill Sound generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
102 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Achill Sound →

Doogort

In March Doogort generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
102 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Doogort →

Bunacurry

In March Bunacurry generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
102 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Bunacurry →

Dooagh

In March Dooagh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
102 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Dooagh →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Achill Island, in Ireland.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Achill Island in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Keel 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Achill Sound 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Doogort 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Bunacurry 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Dooagh 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

Achill Island weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Achill Island, Ireland in March?

In March, Achill Island, Ireland generally has poor weather conditions. Keel sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Achill Island, Ireland in March?

Keel averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

Does Achill Island, Ireland get a lot of rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Achill Island, Ireland. Average rainfall in Keel sits around 103 mm (4.1 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Achill Island, Ireland?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Achill Island, Ireland with often poor weather in Keel.

On average, the best time to visit Achill Island, Ireland is in May, June and August with generally tolerable weather in Keel. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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