Winnipeg weather in March (Manitoba, Canada)

Looking to travel to Winnipeg in March? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In March, Winnipeg generally has very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 1°C, while nights can cool down to about -11°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Winnipeg in March usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 180 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Winnipeg. July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Winnipeg climate page with graphs.

 

Winnipeg, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 29 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
SunshineSunshine 180 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50%  

Where to go in Canada in March

Find out more about the weather in Canada in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Winnipeg in March?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Winnipeg.

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