March weather forecastDundalk, Ireland
March
Weather in March
The month of March marks the transition from winter to spring in Dundalk, seeing a moderate hike in average temperatures that range from 2.5°C (36.5°F) to 8.8°C (47.8°F). March ushers in longer daylight hours, with the sun staying out for almost 11.9 hours, making the days increasingly warmer. The characteristic Irish weather perseveres with consistent rainfall, although the instances of snow see a sharp decline. Warmer jackets substitute heavy coats, and outdoor activities increase as spring slowly unfolds. Despite the increasing daylight, the Sun shines for only 4.9 hours due to a thick cloud cover of 60%.Temperature
Dundalk's March reports an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.8°C (47.8°F), exhibiting a minor difference from February. March nights in Dundalk experience a consistent temperature drop to a wintry 2.5°C (36.5°F).Humidity
March and April, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Dundalk, Ireland, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dundalk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.2 days and collects up to 161mm (6.34") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Dundalk. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Dundalk aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.4 snowfall days, and 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Dundalk is 11h and 53min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:00 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In Dundalk, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average high temperature in March: 8.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 2.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).
Average pressure in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average pressure in March: 1013.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.7mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average wind speed in March: 18km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13km/h).
Average humidity in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average humidity in March: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (85%).
Average rainfall in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average rainfall in March: 12mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (21mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (8mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average snowfall in March: 1mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average cloud cover in March: 60
The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in March
Dundalk, Ireland
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).
