Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Birmingham | Cork | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 10°C (50°F) | 10°C (50°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -2°C (28°F) | -2°C (28°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 4 days | 4 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 50 mm | 50 mm | Tie |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 4h/day | 4h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 15 km/h | Tie |
Birmingham and Cork are closely matched in March. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Birmingham is on the cooler side at 10°C, requiring warmer clothing. Cork is cooler at 10°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in March.
Birmingham reaches an average high of 10°C (50°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Cork averages 10°C (50°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Birmingham receives approximately 50 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Cork sees 50 mm over 4 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 10°C, lows of -2°C, 4 rain days
Highs of 10°C, lows of -2°C, 4 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Birmingham | Cork | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -1°C | 3d | 0°C | 3d |
| Feb | 4°C | 3d | 4°C | 3d |
| Mar | 10°C | 4d | 10°C | 4d |
| Apr | 17°C | 5d | 17°C | 5d |
| May | 21°C | 6d | 21°C | 6d |
| Jun | 23°C | 6d | 23°C | 6d |
| Jul | 21°C | 6d | 21°C | 6d |
| Aug | 17°C | 5d | 17°C | 5d |
| Sep | 10°C | 4d | 10°C | 4d |
| Oct | 4°C | 3d | 4°C | 3d |
| Nov | -1°C | 3d | 0°C | 3d |
| Dec | -2°C | 3d | -2°C | 3d |
Birmingham Weather in March
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