March weather forecast
Edmonton, Canada

The Saskatchewan River below the James Macdonald Bridge, with a distant view of Edmonton City, Canada
The Saskatchewan River below the James Macdonald Bridge, with a distant view of Edmonton City, Canada

March

Weather in March

March announces the onset of a gradual return to slightly warmer temperatures for Edmonton. The weather exhibits an increased propensity for rainfall compared to previous months, a soft introduction to the upcoming spring season. The daylight hours elongate, infusing a renewed sense of activity and dynamism into the city. Despite warmer trends, temperatures in March still dip to around -8.9°C (16°F), frequently accompanied by snowfall.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Edmonton's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from February's subzero cold -6.8°C (19.8°F) to a still freezing cold -1.6°C (29.1°F). Throughout the month of March, Edmonton observes an average nighttime temperature of -8.9°C (16°F).

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Edmonton, during March, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. In Edmonton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108 days and collects up to 338mm (13.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Edmonton, in March, during 13.2 snowfall days, 85mm (3.35") of snow is typically accumulated. In Edmonton, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.7 days and aggregates up to 539mm (21.22") of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:08 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Edmonton, the average sunshine in March is 4.2h.

UV index

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in March translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?
An average high-temperature, in March, in Edmonton, is -1.6°C (29.1°F) and the average low-temperature is -8.9°C (16°F).
What is the most humid month?
The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 92%.
What is the average humidity in March?
In Edmonton, the average relative humidity in March is 92%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Edmonton, Canada, in March, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in March?
In Edmonton, in March, during 13.2 snowfall days, 85mm (3.35") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March in Edmonton?
The average day length in March is 11h and 55min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:08 pm MDT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.
How long on average sun shines in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 4.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in March?
In Edmonton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average temperature in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: -1.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -8.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.1°C).

Average pressure in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average pressure in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average wind speed in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average humidity in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (60%).

Average rainfall in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average rainfall in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average rainfall days in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average snowfall in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 85mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (90mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average snowfall days in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average sunshine days in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average UV index in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average cloud cover in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March - Edmonton, Canada
Average visibility in March
Edmonton, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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