Gaspé Peninsula Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in March.

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Percé Gaspé Sainte-Anne-des-Monts Carleton sur Mer

Considering a trip to the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Gaspé Peninsula in March

The Gaspé Peninsula, Canada is a region in Canada. March in the Gaspé Peninsula generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -1°C (30°F) in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts to 1°C (34°F) in Carleton sur Mer. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -10°C (14°F) in Carleton sur Mer and -9°C (16°F) in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts. In numerous regions in Canada, March is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

To explore the conditions in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Matane with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to high snowfall in Chandler with 107 mm (4.2 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Gaspé Peninsula in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in the Gaspé Peninsula

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada?

Temperature range in the Gaspé Peninsula (March)

Precipitation variation in the Gaspé Peninsula (March)

Percé

In March Percé generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snowfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Percé →

Gaspé

In March Gaspé generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snowfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gaspé →

Sainte-Anne-des-Monts

In March Sainte-Anne-des-Monts generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snowfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts →

Carleton sur Mer

In March Carleton sur Mer generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Carleton sur Mer →

Matane

In March Matane generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snowfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Matane →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Gaspé Peninsula in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Percé 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Gaspé 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Sainte-Anne-des-Monts -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Carleton sur Mer 1°C (34°F) -10°C (14°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Matane -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Cap-Chat -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)

The Gaspé Peninsula weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in March?

March in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada brings poor weather. In Percé, daytime temperatures are typically around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime lows hover near -8°C (18°F).

What is the average temperature in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in March?

Average temperatures in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada during March range from a nighttime low near -8°C (18°F) to a daytime high around 0°C (32°F) in Percé.

Does the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada get a lot of snow in March?

Percé typically receives notable snowfall in March, about 104 mm (4.1 in) on average across the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada with often poor weather in Percé.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Percé. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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