Salt Spring Island Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Salt Spring Island, Canada in March.

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Ganges Fernwood Fulford Harbour

Are you planning a trip a to Salt Spring Island, Canada in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Salt Spring Island in March

Salt Spring Island, Canada is a region in Canada. March in Salt Spring Island generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Ganges.

To explore the conditions in Salt Spring Island, Canada in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Fulford Harbour with an average of 128 mm (5 in) to high rainfall in Fernwood with 137 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Ganges, you can expect around 150 hours of sunlight in March, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Salt Spring Island 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 Salt Spring Island

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Salt Spring Island, Canada?

Temperature range in Salt Spring Island (March)

Precipitation variation in Salt Spring Island (March)

Ganges

In March Ganges generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
150 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Ganges →

Fernwood

In March Fernwood generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
134 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Fernwood →

Fulford Harbour

In March Fulford Harbour generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
150 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
128 mm (5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Fulford Harbour →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Salt Spring Island in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ganges 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Fernwood 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Fulford Harbour 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 128 mm (5 in)

Salt Spring Island weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Salt Spring Island, Canada in March?

Salt Spring Island, Canada typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ganges average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Salt Spring Island, Canada in March?

Ganges averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does Salt Spring Island, Canada get a lot of rain in March?

Ganges typically receives notable rainfall in March, about 132 mm (5.2 in) on average across Salt Spring Island, Canada.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Salt Spring Island, Canada?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Salt Spring Island, Canada with often poor weather in Ganges.

On average, the best time to visit Salt Spring Island, Canada is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Ganges. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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