Weather in March in Newfoundland and Labrador
Planning a journey to Newfoundland and Labrador this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Newfoundland and Labrador in March?
Newfoundland and Labrador is a region in Canada. March in Newfoundland and Labrador generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. In March, it is winter.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Battle Harbour at -2°C to cold in St. John's at 2°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C in St. John's and -9°C in Battle Harbour. In many areas in Canada, March brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in St. Anthony with an average of 99 mm to high snowfall in Fortune with 129 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 107 hours of sunlight expected in St. John's. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For a closer look at March's conditions in Newfoundland and Labrador, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Newfoundland and Labrador's yearly weather, check out our Newfoundland and Labrador climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Newfoundland and Labrador?
St. John's
In March St. John's generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Bonavista
In March Bonavista generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Trinity
In March Trinity generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Corner Brook
In March Corner Brook generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Gander
In March Gander generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Newfoundland and Labrador, in Canada.
Is March the best time to visit Newfoundland and Labrador?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in St. John's, March may not be the ideal time to visit Newfoundland and Labrador.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly perfect weather in St. John's. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.
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