Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | York | Dublin | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 9°C (48°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Dublin |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 2°C (36°F) | 4°C (39°F)▲ | Dublin |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days▲ | 12 days | York |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 47 mm▲ | 59 mm | York |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 8h/day▲ | Dublin |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 24 km/h | 24 km/h | Tie |
York and Dublin 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.
York is on the cooler side at 9°C, requiring warmer clothing. Dublin is cooler at 10°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, York is the stronger choice in March. Dublin receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
York reaches an average high of 9°C (48°F) and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Dublin averages 10°C (50°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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.
York receives approximately 47 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Dublin sees 59 mm over 12 rain days. That makes York the drier option by 1 rain day and 12 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 9°C, lows of 2°C, 11 rain days
Highs of 10°C, lows of 4°C, 12 rain days
Pack for both: waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, 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 | York | Dublin | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 12d | 8°C | 13d |
| Feb | 7°C | 10d | 8°C | 12d |
| Mar | 9°C | 11d | 10°C | 12d |
| Apr | 12°C | 12d | 12°C | 14d |
| May | 15°C | 12d | 15°C | 14d |
| Jun | 18°C | 12d | 17°C | 13d |
| Jul | 20°C | 12d | 19°C | 15d |
| Aug | 20°C | 12d | 19°C | 14d |
| Sep | 17°C | 10d | 17°C | 12d |
| Oct | 13°C | 12d | 13°C | 12d |
| Nov | 9°C | 12d | 10°C | 13d |
| Dec | 7°C | 11d | 8°C | 13d |
York Weather in March
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