Ottawa weather in March (Ontario, Canada)

What should you pack for a trip to Ottawa in March? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, March in Ottawa includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 4°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -7°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.

Precipitation

Ottawa in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Expect around 11 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 168 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

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

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

 

Ottawa, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature -7°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 56%  

Sunshine 168 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 45%  

Where to go in Canada in March

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Ottawa.

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