What to pack for Montréal in March
- serious winter gear: insulated coat, thermal layers
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 70%; max daily wind around 22 km/h. Snow falls on about 3.8 days.
How March compares
Best months in Montréal: May–July & September. See the full best time to visit Montréal guide.
Montréal in March: the details
In March, Montréal sees average daytime highs of 3°C (37°F) and overnight lows of -6°C (21°F). Rainfall totals roughly 82 mm across 11.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.6 hours per day with 11.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 70%.
In context: March is the 9th-warmest month and the 8th-wettest in Montréal. The sunniest month is July (11.8 h/day).
| Metric | March average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 3°C / 37°F |
| Overnight low | -6°C / 21°F |
| Rainfall | 82 mm over 11.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.6 h/day (11.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 70% |
| Travel score | 0.4 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Montréal, Canada (45.51, -73.59) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Montréal in March?
Daytime highs in Montréal in March average 3°C (37°F); nights drop to about -6°C.
Does it rain in Montréal in March?
Expect around 11.3 rainy days and 82 mm of rainfall in March.
Is March a good time to visit Montréal?
March is a challenging month to visit Montréal — consider May–July & September instead. Overall travel score: 0.4/10. The best months are May–July & September.
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