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Normal weather for Canada in March

It's cold in March in Canada with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -2°C to a high of 7°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -14°C and -2°C.

In March, there is an average of 44 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 50 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Canada in March

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Temperature Average Temperature
4°C 11°C
Sun High Temp
7°C 14°C
Sun Low Temp
-2°C 6°C
Rain Total Precipitation
44 mm 63 mm
Rain Rainy Days
9 days 10 days
Snow Total Snowfall
50 cm 7 cm
Snow Snowy Days
16 days 4 days

Start of March

The month of March starts in Canada with really cold temps, averaging around 0°C during the day and nights dipping to about -12°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

Mid March

By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 6°C, with nights around -5°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

End of March

By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Canada is around 6°C, while nighttime temps are about -4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Temperature records for Canada in March

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Daily Temperature in March in Canada

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Canada, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in March in Canada

Weather experiences in March in Canada

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Daily Precipitation in March in Canada

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Canada, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Canada.

Daily Precipitation in March in Canada

Daily Snowfall in March in Canada

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Canada, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.

Daily Snowfall in March in Canada

Daily UV Index in March in Canada

This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Canada, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in March in Canada

Temperature in March in Canada Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in March in Canada, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in March in Canada Over the Years

Total Precipitation in March in Canada Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Canada, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in March in Canada Over the Years

Snowfall in March in Canada per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Canada, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in March in Canada over the past years

Daily Climate in March for Canada

Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Canada. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Weather experiences in March in Canada

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Average Weather in Canada by Month

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