March weather forecast
Belfast, United Kingdom

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The Northern Ireland City Hall located in Belfast, United Kingdom
The Northern Ireland City Hall located in Belfast, United Kingdom

Weather in March

By the time March arrives in Belfast, temperatures begin to nudge further upwards, instigating the onset of spring. There is lesser snowfall with only 4mm (0.16") falling over a minimal 1.2 days, indicating a definite shift away from winter. Daylight hours increase further, enhancing outdoor activities as well as the city's scenic beauty. Relative humidity and rainfall maintain their persistence, though with a slight reduction as the winter season wanes. Thus, March symbolizes a gentle emergence of spring with a rise in temperatures, reduction in snowfall, and extended daylight.

Temperature

March's weather in Belfast records an average high-temperature of a still frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F), showing little deviation from February. Belfast records an average nighttime low-temperature of 3.2°C (37.8°F) throughout March.

Humidity

In Belfast, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Belfast, during March, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Belfast, there are 220.2 rainfall days, and 626mm (24.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Belfast. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Belfast aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Belfast, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.2 days and aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of snow.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 8°C (46.4°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Beware of 8°C (46.4°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F), they're uninviting, and a dip below 10°C (50°F) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Belfast is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of March, in Belfast, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:58 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Belfast, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Belfast?

In March, in Belfast, the average high-temperature is 8.5°C (47.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 3.2°C (37.8°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Belfast?

The average relative humidity in March in Belfast is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Belfast?

In March, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout March, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Belfast?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Belfast. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Belfast aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

When is the sea coldest in Belfast?

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Belfast, United Kingdom, with an average sea temperature of 8°C (46.4°F).

What is the water temperature in March in Belfast?

In March, the average sea temperature in Belfast, United Kingdom, is 8°C (46.4°F). Swimming in 8°C (46.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in March in Belfast?

In Belfast, United Kingdom, the average day length in March is 11h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Belfast?

On the first day of March in Belfast, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:58 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Belfast have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Belfast, United Kingdom, is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Belfast?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Belfast?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Belfast is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average temperature in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average pressure in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 18.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

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Average rainfall in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (38mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (16.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 4mm

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
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in March: 8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average UV index in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in March
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average visibility in March - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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

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