March weather forecastRaphoe, Ireland

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a chilly month in Raphoe, Ireland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.6°C (47.5°F) and 2.1°C (35.8°F).

Temperature

The shift into March finds Raphoe at an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F), closely comparable to February's conditions. Raphoe, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 2.1°C (35.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Raphoe is 85%.

Rainfall

In Raphoe, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. In Raphoe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.9 days and collects up to 322mm (12.68") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Raphoe, Ireland, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 16mm (0.63") of snow is typically accumulated. In Raphoe, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.8 days and aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March in Raphoe, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:05 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Raphoe, is 8.6°C (47.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 2.1°C (35.8°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

In Raphoe, Ireland, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Raphoe, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 16mm (0.63") of snow is typically accumulated.

The average day length in March is 11h and 53min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:05 pm GMT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.4h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average high temperature in March: 8.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.7°C).

Average pressure in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average pressure in March: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average wind speed in March: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (84%).

Average rainfall in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average rainfall in March: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average snowfall in March: 16mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

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

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

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average cloud cover in March: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in March
Raphoe, Ireland

  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).