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Quebec City weather in March (Quebec, Canada)

How does the March weather in Quebec City compare to other months? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In March, the weather in Quebec City generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 2°C, while nights can cool down to about -9°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Precipitation

Quebec City in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Expect around 12 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 154 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Quebec City. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

Quebec City, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 61%  
SunshineSunshine 154 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 41%  

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.

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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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

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

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
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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