What to pack for Toronto in March
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 69%; max daily wind around 24 km/h. Snow falls on about 2.8 days.
How March compares
Best months in Toronto: May–September. See the full best time to visit Toronto guide.
Toronto in March: the details
In March, Toronto sees average daytime highs of 6°C (42°F) and overnight lows of -3°C (27°F). Rainfall totals roughly 68 mm across 11 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.3 hours per day with 11.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 69%.
In context: March is the 9th-warmest month and the 8th-wettest in Toronto. The sunniest month is July (12.6 h/day).
| Metric | March average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 6°C / 42°F |
| Overnight low | -3°C / 27°F |
| Rainfall | 68 mm over 11 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.3 h/day (11.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 69% |
| Travel score | 2.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Toronto, Canada (43.71, -79.4) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Toronto in March?
Daytime highs in Toronto in March average 6°C (42°F); nights drop to about -3°C.
Does it rain in Toronto in March?
Expect around 11 rainy days and 68 mm of rainfall in March.
Is March a good time to visit Toronto?
March is a challenging month to visit Toronto — consider May–September instead. Overall travel score: 2.0/10. The best months are May–September.
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