Normal weather for Nova Scotia in March

It's cold in March in Nova Scotia with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -1°C to a high of 8°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -8°C and 1°C.

In March, there is an average of 103 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 31 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.

Nova Scotia in March		New York
Average Temperature	4°C	11°C
High Temp	8°C	14°C
Low Temp	-1°C	6°C
Total Precipitation	103 mm	63 mm
Rainy Days	13 days	10 days
Total Snowfall	31 cm	7 cm
Snowy Days	14 days	4 days

Start of March

The month of March starts in Nova Scotia with really cold temps, averaging around 2°C during the day and nights dipping to about -5°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 5°C, with nights around -2°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

End of March

By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Nova Scotia is around 6°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.

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.

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Temperature records for Nova Scotia in March

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Daily Temperature in March in Nova Scotia

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Nova Scotia, 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 Precipitation in March in Nova Scotia

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Nova Scotia, 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 13 days of precipitation in Nova Scotia.

Daily Precipitation in March in Nova Scotia

Daily Snowfall in March in Nova Scotia

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Nova Scotia, 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 UV Index in March in Nova Scotia

This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Nova Scotia, 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.

Temperature in March in Nova Scotia Over the Years

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

Total Precipitation in March in Nova Scotia Over the Years

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

Snowfall in March in Nova Scotia per year

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

Snowfall in March in Nova Scotia over the past years

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Daily Climate in March for Nova Scotia

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

Average Weather in Nova Scotia by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nova Scotia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.