Merrickville Weather in March

March in Merrickville brings low temperatures around 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -6°C (21°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 76 mm (3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Merrickville in March

On average, there are about 11 days with snow/rain during this month, averaging 76 mm (3 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Merrickville in March

March in Merrickville brings low temperatures, with highs of 5°C (41°F) and nights around -6°C (21°F). It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. With overnight lows of -6°C (21°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. With the arrival of this cold month, make sure you're dressed in warm clothing. It's important to be ready for the chill.

Sunshine in Merrickville in March

The area enjoys a balanced 168 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 Merrickville. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Merrickville Temperature in March

Min Temperature -6°C (21°F)  

Max Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 76 mm (3 in)  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 56% *  

Sunshine 168 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 45% *  

* Data from: Ottawa, Canada (57 KM, 35 Miles).

What to Wear in Merrickville in March

Cold weather calls for smart layering in March. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Merrickville in March

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Canada, check out our Merrickville's climate page.

More climate data for Merrickville

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