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Clare Weather in March

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

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Doolin Ennis Bunratty Lisdoonvarna

Are you planning a trip a to Clare, Ireland in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Clare in March

Clare, Ireland is a region in Ireland. March in Clare 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 Doolin.

For a closer look at conditions across Clare, Ireland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Killaloe with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to high rainfall in Doolin with 115 mm (4.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Doolin as an example - it receives around 101 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 Clare by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August18°C (64°F) September17°C (63°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Clare in March

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

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 Clare

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

Temperature range in Clare (March)

Precipitation variation in Clare (March)

Doolin

In March Doolin 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
67 hours
101 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Doolin →

Ennis

In March Ennis generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
101 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ennis →

Bunratty

In March Bunratty generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
101 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Bunratty →

Lisdoonvarna

In March Lisdoonvarna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
101 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Lisdoonvarna →

Ballyvaughan

In March Ballyvaughan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
101 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ballyvaughan →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Doolin 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Ennis 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Bunratty 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Lisdoonvarna 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Ballyvaughan 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Lahinch 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)

Clare weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Clare, Ireland in March?

Expect poor weather across Clare, Ireland in March. The popular destination of Doolin averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Clare, Ireland in March?

In Doolin, the average daytime high in March is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Clare, Ireland get a lot of rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Clare, Ireland. Average rainfall in Doolin sits around 115 mm (4.5 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Clare, Ireland?

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

On average, the best time to visit Clare, Ireland is in May, July and August with generally tolerable weather in Doolin. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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