Canada (Vancouver) · March
Low seasonCanada · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 7° (45°)1– (34–)11 (52) | 8° (46°)3– (37–)11 (52) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)16– (61–)29 (84) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)28 (82) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)25 (77) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 7° (45°)2– (36–)12 (54) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)8 (46) | 3° (37°)-2– (28–)7 (45) | 5° (41°)0– (32–)8 (46) | 7° (45°)2– (36–)10 (50) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)9– (48–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)12– (54–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)11– (52–)18 (64) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)16 (61) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)10 (50) | 3° (37°)-2– (28–)8 (46) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 2 | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 7° (45°) | 7° (45°) | 8° (46°) | 10° (50°) | 12° (54°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 12° (54°) | 9° (48°) | 8° (46°) |
🌧Rain Days | 14d216mm (8.5") | 10d108mm (4.2") | 13d146mm (5.8") | 10d100mm (3.9") | 6d68mm (2.7") | 6d56mm (2.2") | 3d29mm (1.1") | 3d36mm (1.4") | 6d81mm (3.2") | 11d158mm (6.2") | 15d237mm (9.3") | 15d201mm (7.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
March is the coldest winter month in Canada (Vancouver) — with highs of only 10°C (50°F), it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in May, June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 10°C (50°F) during the day and drop to 5°C (41°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 15°C (59°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 13 rain days (146 mm (5.7 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 8°C (46°F), the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Spring comes early: cherry trees blossom across the city, the parks turn green, and the first dry days draw Vancouverites onto the Seawall. It stays changeable, but the sun is winning. Anyone who still wants snow will find it in the mountains until late spring.
Packing list for Canada (Vancouver) in March
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Canada (Vancouver)?
- No — March is not among the recommended months for Canada (Vancouver) (Score: 32/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Canada (Vancouver) in March?
- In March, Canada (Vancouver) sees daily highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights cool to 5°C (41°F), with a daily average of 7°C (45°F). Peaks reach around 15°C (59°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F).
- How much rain falls in Canada (Vancouver) in March?
- In March, Canada (Vancouver) receives an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain over 13 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Canada (Vancouver) get in March?
- Canada (Vancouver) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in March — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Canada (Vancouver) in March?
- Water temperature in Canada (Vancouver) in March averages 8°C (46°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
