Clifden

Connemara Weather in March

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

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Clifden Oughterard Roundstone Cleggan

Considering a trip to Connemara, 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 Connemara in March

Connemara, Ireland is a region in Ireland. March in Connemara 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 5°C (41°F) in Clifden.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Connemara, Ireland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Spiddal with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) to high rainfall in Carna with 117 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Clifden receives about 89 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Connemara in March

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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 Connemara

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

Temperature range in Connemara (March)

Precipitation variation in Connemara (March)

Clifden

In March Clifden 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)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
89 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Clifden →

Oughterard

In March Oughterard 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)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
89 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Oughterard →

Roundstone

In March Roundstone 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
60 hours
89 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Roundstone →

Cleggan

In March Cleggan 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 rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Cleggan →

Ballyconneely

In March Ballyconneely 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 rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Ballyconneely →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Clifden 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Oughterard 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Roundstone 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Cleggan 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Ballyconneely 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Letterfrack 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Connemara weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Connemara, Ireland brings poor weather. In Clifden, daytime temperatures are typically around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Clifden peak at roughly 11°C (52°F) in March, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

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

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Connemara, Ireland. Average rainfall in Clifden sits around 104 mm (4.1 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Connemara, Ireland?

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

On average, the best time to visit Connemara, Ireland is in May, June, July and August with generally tolerable weather in Clifden. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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