March weather forecast
Buncrana, Ireland

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Weather in March

March announces the arrival of spring in Buncrana, evident in the longer daylight hours and changing temperatures. The mercury can rise up to 8.8°C (47.8°F) during the day, while the nighttime temperatures do not fall below 3.6°C (38.5°F). With the last traces of snow disappearing, March displays a quintessential spring atmosphere. Nearly twelve hours of daylight and the declining frequency of rainfall signal the advent of spring, boosted by an increased UV index reflecting the sun's rising strength. As Buncrana waves goodbye to winter, March's weather ushers in a much-anticipated fresh, mild climate.

Temperature

The shift to March in Buncrana signals an average high-temperature of a still frosty 8.8°C (47.8°F), subtly varied from February's 7.3°C (45.1°F). Buncrana experiences an average nighttime temperature of 3.6°C (38.5°F) in the month of March.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Buncrana are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Buncrana, in March, during 16.9 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buncrana, Ireland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 225.7 days and collects up to 615mm (24.21") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Buncrana. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, Buncrana aggregates 17mm (0.67") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 59mm (2.32") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buncrana, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:05 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Buncrana is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Buncrana?

In Buncrana, in March, the average high-temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 3.6°C (38.5°F).

What are the least humid months in Buncrana?

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in Buncrana?

In Buncrana, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in Buncrana in March?

In Buncrana, Ireland, in March, during 16.9 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Buncrana?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Buncrana. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, Buncrana aggregates 17mm (0.67") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buncrana have in March?

In March, the average day length in Buncrana, Ireland, is 11h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Buncrana?

On the first day of March in Buncrana, Ireland, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:05 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Buncrana?

In Buncrana, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Buncrana?

In Buncrana, Ireland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average temperature in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average pressure in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average wind speed in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in March: 21.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average humidity in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (82%).

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Average rainfall in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average rainfall in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in March: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (83mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (29mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average rainfall days in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average snowfall in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in March: 17mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average snowfall days in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average sunshine days in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average UV index in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average cloud cover in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are January and July (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in March
Buncrana, Ireland

Average visibility in March - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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