Weather · March

Ireland weather in March

Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

Ireland

March in Ireland: changeable weather. Roughly 11h 33m of daylight, with light from about 06:39 to 18:11. March isn't peak season in Ireland. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

Ireland in March

Average temp-
Rain this month-
Daylight11.5 h
Sun06:39-18:11
Seasonshoulder/low season, better prices
What to do

March in Ireland, what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

What's on in March

Holidays & events in Ireland

  • 15 MarchMother's Day
  • 17 MarchSt. Patrick’s Day

On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.

Questions & answers

March in Ireland, FAQ

Does it snow in Ireland in March?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Ireland in March?
About 11h 33m of daylight. The sun rises around 06:39 and sets around 18:11. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is March a good time to visit Ireland?
March isn't peak season in Ireland. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Plan the trip

Ireland — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

Check flight prices to Ireland, every airline at once.

Rates in Ireland shift daily. See what your night costs now.

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Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset