March could be a good time to visit Vancouver, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +10°C, and there are typically 2 sunny days in March. However, expect about 19 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 203 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+10°C
Avg. max. temperature
-6°C
Min.
+19°C
Max.
203 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Vancouver has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Vancouver in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Vancouver for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +11°C with a maximum of +17°C and a minimum of -1°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 44% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +4°C to +12°C.
Is Vancouver warm or cold in March?
Vancouver is typically cool in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +8°C to +10°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +3°C to +4°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Vancouver:
Water temperature in Vancouver in March
Water in Vancouver in March is Cold. It varies from +6°C to +8°C, with an average of +7°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +10°C.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Vancouver are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +11°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +7°C.
Can you swim in Vancouver in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Vancouver in March, the water is very cold (+7°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Vancouver in March
Vancouver weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+8°C
+10°C
+13°C
Min. temperature
-14°C
-6°C
-1°C
Max. temperature
+14°C
+19°C
+26°C
Rainfall
171 mm
203 mm
159 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+7°C
+7°C
+7°C
Humidity
81%
78%
75%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
2
2
3
Cloudy days
7
8
8
Rainy days
16
19
19
Snowy days
3
1
0
March often has better weather than February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +8°C to +10°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 171 mm to 203 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Vancouver in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Vancouver is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Vancouver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 130 mm, with a 61% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Vancouver wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 73% chance of precipitation and 300 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 52 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during March in Vancouver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in March is about 1 mm, with a 0% chance of snow on a typical day.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in Vancouver?
This is the weather in Vancouver in March 2023:
1 March
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+4°C
2 March
🌧️
+8°C
3 March
☁️
+7°C
4 March
🌧️
+5°C
5 March
☁️
+9°C
6 March
🌧️
+9°C
7 March
☁️
+10°C
8 March
☁️
+11°C
9 March
☁️
+13°C
10 March
☁️
+10°C
11 March
🌧️
+8°C
12 March
☁️
+10°C
13 March
🌧️
+10°C
14 March
🌧️
+10°C
15 March
🌧️
+10°C
16 March
☁️
+10°C
17 March
☁️
+12°C
18 March
☀️
+17°C
19 March
☁️
+14°C
20 March
🌧️
+12°C
21 March
☁️
+13°C
22 March
☀️
+14°C
23 March
🌧️
+14°C
24 March
🌧️
+7°C
25 March
🌧️
+7°C
26 March
☁️
+8°C
27 March
☁️
+12°C
28 March
☀️
+17°C
29 March
☀️
+16°C
30 March
☀️
+15°C
31 March
🌧️
+12°C
In March 2023 Vancouver had 5 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +11°C, with an absolute maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +4°C. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 24%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Vancouver climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Vancouver in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+13°C) and the highest in 2023 (+16°C). The driest year was 1985 with only 1057 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 2802 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Vancouver in March:
Is March a good time to visit Vancouver?
It’s always a good time to visit Vancouver, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Vancouver in March?
Not really, March is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Vancouver in March?
Swimming in Vancouver in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Vancouver rainy in March?
Vancouver is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Vancouver in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Vancouver in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Vancouver, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
