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In Alert, March brings very low daytime temperatures around -27°C (-17°F), with nights cooling to -33°C (-27°F). Minimal snowfall is to be expected.
March in Alert has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Alert - and find the best time to visit.
40-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Alert typically rise from around -28°C (-18°F) at the start of March to approximately -25°C (-13°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -35°C (-31°F) to -31°C (-24°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Alert spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Alert from 2004 through 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Canada in March →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Winter clothing is essential for visiting Alert in March. If you have a heavy coat, waterproof boots with good traction, and plenty of warm layers it's smart to bring them. Pack cloths like thermal underwear, wool socks, and insulated gloves. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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