Oshawa
Weather by month
Current –

Oshawa Weather in March

Oshawa in March sees low temperatures, with highs around 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows of -4°C (25°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 67 mm (2.6 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Oshawa in March

Typically, you can expect about 10 days of snow/rain this month, with 67 mm (2.6 in) on average. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Oshawa in March

Temperatures in Oshawa in March top out at 5°C (41°F) and drop to -4°C (25°F) overnight. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With overnight lows of -4°C (25°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 Oshawa in March

The area enjoys a balanced 161 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

Oshawa Temperature in March

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
67 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
79% *
Sunshine
161 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
43% *
* Data from: Toronto, Canada (51 KM, 31 Miles).

Oshawa Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Oshawa - and find the best time to visit.

Best Places in Canada in March

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
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Oshawa in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Oshawa 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. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Oshawa 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

Oshawa 3-Day Forecast

More climate data for Oshawa

Popular in March

Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.