What to pack for Dublin in March
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 80%; max daily wind around 24 km/h. Snow falls on about 1.2 days.
How March compares
Best months in Dublin: June–September. See the full best time to visit Dublin guide.
Dublin in March: the details
In March, Dublin sees average daytime highs of 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall totals roughly 86 mm across 15.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 6.4 hours per day with 11.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 80%.
In context: March is the 8th-warmest month and the 6th-wettest in Dublin. The sunniest month is June (10.9 h/day).
| Metric | March average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 10°C / 50°F |
| Overnight low | 4°C / 39°F |
| Rainfall | 86 mm over 15.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h/day (11.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 80% |
| Travel score | 3.2 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Dublin, Ireland (53.33, -6.25) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dublin in March?
Daytime highs in Dublin in March average 10°C (50°F); nights drop to about 4°C.
Does it rain in Dublin in March?
Expect around 15.7 rainy days and 86 mm of rainfall in March.
Is March a good time to visit Dublin?
March is a challenging month to visit Dublin — consider June–September instead. Overall travel score: 3.2/10. The best months are June–September.
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