March weather forecast
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Carrickfergus, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 4.3°C (39.7°F) and max 8.4°C (47.1°F).

Temperature

March welcomes an average high-temperature of a still frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F), not much different from the preceding month. Carrickfergus's March nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a cold 4.3°C (39.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Carrickfergus is 82%.

Rainfall

In Carrickfergus, in March, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 363mm (14.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Carrickfergus aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow. In Carrickfergus, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.2 days and aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of snow.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average sea temperature of 8°C (46.4°F).
Note: In 8°C (46.4°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Carrickfergus is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:59 pm. On the last day of March, in Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:58 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Carrickfergus is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Carrickfergus?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Carrickfergus, is 8.4°C (47.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 4.3°C (39.7°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Carrickfergus?

In March, the average relative humidity in Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Carrickfergus in March?

In Carrickfergus, in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Carrickfergus?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Carrickfergus. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Carrickfergus aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Carrickfergus?

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

What is the water temperature in March in Carrickfergus?

In Carrickfergus, the average seawater temperature in March 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 Carrickfergus?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Carrickfergus?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:58 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Carrickfergus?

In Carrickfergus, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Carrickfergus?

In Carrickfergus, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average temperature in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.1°C).

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Average pressure in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average pressure in March - Carrickfergus, 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
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 21.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (81%).

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Average rainfall in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March - Carrickfergus, 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 May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in March - Carrickfergus, 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
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carrickfergus, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and October (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average UV index in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (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
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in March
Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Average visibility in March - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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