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Fort Simpson weather in March (Northwest Territories, Canada)

Planning a trip to Fort Simpson in March? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In March, Fort Simpson typically experiences very low temperatures and low snowfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -5°C, while night temperatures can drop to -18°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Fort Simpson in March usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see snowfall.

The area enjoys a balanced 181 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Fort Simpson. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fort Simpson climate page with graphs.

 

Fort Simpson, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 31%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 16 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
SunshineSunshine 181 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 49%  

Where to go in Canada in March

Find out more about the weather in Canada in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Fort Simpson in March?

Visitors traveling to Fort Simpson should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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