County Armagh Weather in March

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

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Lurgan

Considering a trip to County Armagh, 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 County Armagh in March

County Armagh, Ireland is a region in Ireland. March in County Armagh generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Lurgan.

To explore the conditions in County Armagh, Ireland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 67 mm (2.6 in) in Lurgan. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Lurgan, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during March. Lurgan experiences about 98 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore County Armagh by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in County Armagh in March

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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).

Popular Destinations in County Armagh

What is the weather like in March for the most popular destinonation in County Armagh, Ireland?

Lurgan

In March Lurgan 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.

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March
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February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°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
67 hours
98 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in County Armagh, in Ireland.

County Armagh weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in County Armagh, Ireland in March?

March in County Armagh, Ireland brings unpleasant weather. In Lurgan, daytime temperatures are typically around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in County Armagh, Ireland in March?

Average temperatures in County Armagh, Ireland during March range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 11°C (52°F) in Lurgan.

Does County Armagh, Ireland get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Lurgan averages just 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for County Armagh, Ireland.

Is March a Good Time to Visit County Armagh, Ireland?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to County Armagh, Ireland with often unpleasant weather in Lurgan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Lurgan. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in County Armagh.

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