March weather forecast
Montreal, Canada

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An extension of the St. Florence river with a far view of the city of Montreal, Canada
An extension of the St. Florence river with a far view of the city of Montreal, Canada

Weather in March

With the arrival of March, Montreal starts thawing from winter's grip, and the average high temperature crosses into the positive territory at 1.2°C (34.2°F). The month witnesses a significant drop in snowfall from February's 280mm (11.02") to 158mm (6.22"). Giving way to warmer days, the snow starts melting, and colorful spring blooms start to peek through the snow-patched ground. As the temperature rises gradually, the city's landscapes undergo an appealing transformation. Amid falling snow and rising temperatures, Montreal starts bustling with outdoor activities like carnivals and ice fishing, highlighting the end of winter.

Temperature

March sees a temperature increase, moving from a subzero cold -4.1°C (24.6°F) in February to a wintry 1.2°C (34.2°F). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of -5.8°C (21.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 864mm (34.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Montreal, in March, during 12.8 snowfall days, 158mm (6.22") of snow is typically accumulated. In Montreal, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.1 days and aggregates up to 1120mm (44.09") of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Montreal is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 4.5h.

UV index

In Montreal, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Montreal?

In Montreal, 1.2°C (34.2°F) is the average high-temperature and -5.8°C (21.6°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Montreal?

The average relative humidity in March in Montreal, Canada, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March in Montreal?

In Montreal, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Montreal?

In Montreal, Canada, in March, during 12.8 snowfall days, 158mm (6.22") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Montreal have in March?

The average day length in March in Montreal is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Montreal?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Montreal?

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Montreal, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Montreal?

In Montreal, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Montreal?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Montreal is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Montreal, Canada

Average temperature in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 1.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Montreal, Canada

Average pressure in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Montreal, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Montreal, Canada

Average humidity in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Montreal, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (85mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (55mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Montreal, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Montreal, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 158mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (293mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Montreal, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Montreal, Canada

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Montreal, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Montreal, Canada

Average UV index in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Montreal, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Montreal, Canada

Average visibility in March - Montreal, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

Montreal, Canada

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