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 (36°F)▲ | -2°C (28°F) | Birmingham |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 4 days▲ | Cork |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 50 mm | 50 mm | Tie |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day▲ | 4h/day | Birmingham |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 22 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Cork |
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, Cork is the stronger choice in March. Birmingham receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Birmingham reaches an average high of 10°C (50°F) and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
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 11 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Cork sees 50 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Cork the drier option by 7 rain days and 0 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 10°C, lows of 2°C, 11 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 | 7°C | 12d | 0°C | 3d |
| Feb | 7°C | 11d | 4°C | 3d |
| Mar | 10°C | 11d | 10°C | 4d |
| Apr | 12°C | 12d | 17°C | 5d |
| May | 15°C | 12d | 21°C | 6d |
| Jun | 18°C | 12d | 23°C | 6d |
| Jul | 20°C | 12d | 21°C | 6d |
| Aug | 20°C | 11d | 17°C | 5d |
| Sep | 17°C | 10d | 10°C | 4d |
| Oct | 13°C | 11d | 4°C | 3d |
| Nov | 9°C | 12d | 0°C | 3d |
| Dec | 7°C | 12d | -2°C | 3d |
Birmingham Weather in March
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