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Montréal Weather in March

March in Montréal brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights dropping to 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 81 mm (3.2 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Montréal in March

You can expect rain on around 12 days based on historical patterns, with 81 mm (3.2 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Montréal in March

Montréal in March gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Montréal in March

There are approximately 201 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Montréal.

Montréal Temperature in March

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
81 mm (3.2 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
70% *
Sunshine
201 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Montélimar, France (36 KM, 22 Miles).

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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 Montréal in March

Pack for changing conditions in Montréal in March. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Montréal in March

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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