Okanagan Valley Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Okanagan Valley, Canada in March.

Planning a journey to the Okanagan Valley, Canada this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Okanagan Valley in March

The Okanagan Valley, Canada is a region in Canada. March in the Okanagan Valley generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Peachland to 11°C (52°F) in Osoyoos. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Osoyoos and -4°C (25°F) in Peachland.

For a closer look at conditions across the Okanagan Valley, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Osoyoos with an average of 27 mm (1.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Oliver with 73 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Kelowna receives about 148 hours of sunlight in March, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the Okanagan Valley by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Okanagan Valley — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kelowna)

Best Places to Visit in the Okanagan Valley in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Okanagan Valley.

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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 Okanagan Valley

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

Temperature range in the Okanagan Valley (March)

Precipitation variation in the Okanagan Valley (March)

Kelowna

In March Kelowna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
148 hours
191 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Penticton

In March Penticton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
148 hours
191 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Vernon

In March Vernon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
148 hours
191 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Osoyoos

In March Osoyoos generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Summerland

In March Summerland generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
148 hours
191 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Okanagan Valley in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kelowna 7°C (45°F) -3°C (27°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Penticton 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Vernon 7°C (45°F) -4°C (25°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Osoyoos 11°C (52°F) 0°C (32°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Summerland 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Peachland 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

The Okanagan Valley weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Okanagan Valley, Canada in March?

In March, the Okanagan Valley, Canada generally has poor weather conditions. Kelowna sees daytime temperatures near 7°C (45°F), with nights cooling to roughly -3°C (27°F).

What is the average temperature in the Okanagan Valley, Canada in March?

In Kelowna, the average daytime high in March is 7°C (45°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -3°C (27°F).

Does the Okanagan Valley, Canada get a lot of snow/rain in March?

March is on the drier side in the Okanagan Valley, Canada. Kelowna averages only about 64 mm (2.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Okanagan Valley, Canada?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit the Okanagan Valley, Canada due to the typically poor weather in Kelowna.

On average, the best time to visit the Okanagan Valley, Canada is in July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Kelowna. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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