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Hamilton Weather in March

March in Hamilton sees daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F) at night. With around 71 mm (2.8 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Hamilton in March

Past climate data indicates that roughly 11 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 71 mm (2.8 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Hamilton in March

Temperatures in Hamilton in March top out at 6°C (43°F) and drop to -4°C (25°F) overnight. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows of -4°C (25°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

Sunshine in Hamilton in March

The city usually sees around 153 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Hamilton. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Hamilton Temperature in March

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
71 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Sunshine
153 hours
Percentage Sunshine
42%

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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).

What to Wear in Hamilton in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Hamilton in March. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Hamilton in March

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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