Weather in March in Quebec
Considering a trip to Quebec this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Quebec in March?
Quebec is a region in Canada. March in Quebec generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Chibougamau at -3°C to cold in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu at 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -6°C in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu and -15°C in Chibougamau. In many regions in Canada, March is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Rouyn with an average of 54 mm to high snowfall in Chandler with 107 mm.Average sunshine
Montréal enjoys a balanced 160 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Quebec in March, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Quebec climate page.
Where to go in Quebec in March
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Quebec?
Montréal
In March Montréal generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Quebec City
In March Quebec City generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Mont-Tremblant
In March Mont-Tremblant generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
La Malbaie
In March La Malbaie generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Magdalen Islands
In March Magdalen Islands generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Quebec, in Canada.
Is March the best time to visit Quebec?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Montréal, March may not be the ideal time to visit Quebec.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly pleasant weather in Montréal. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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