March · Ireland
Best time to visit Galway in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Galway in March
Average temperature 8°C, 143 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
5.4/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 143 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Galway scores 5.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 143 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Galway's Latin quarter, buskers and Atlantic winds make it Ireland's festival city on the west coast.
March in Galway: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 8°C (46°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
143 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.4/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Galway — 2.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Galway in March?
- In March, Galway averages 8°C, 143 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Galway?
- March earns a 5.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Galway in March?
- Expect about 143 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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