What to pack for Vancouver in March
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 80%; max daily wind around 17 km/h. Snow falls on about 1.7 days.
How March compares
Best months in Vancouver: July–August. See the full best time to visit Vancouver guide.
Vancouver in March: the details
In March, Vancouver sees average daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall totals roughly 114 mm across 13.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.5 hours per day with 11.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 80%.
In context: March is the 8th-warmest month and the 8th-wettest in Vancouver. The sunniest month is July (13.1 h/day).
| Metric | March average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 9°C / 48°F |
| Overnight low | 3°C / 37°F |
| Rainfall | 114 mm over 13.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.5 h/day (11.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 80% |
| Travel score | 3.1 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Vancouver, Canada (49.25, -123.12) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Vancouver in March?
Daytime highs in Vancouver in March average 9°C (48°F); nights drop to about 3°C.
Does it rain in Vancouver in March?
Expect around 13.7 rainy days and 114 mm of rainfall in March.
Is March a good time to visit Vancouver?
March is a challenging month to visit Vancouver — consider July–August instead. Overall travel score: 3.1/10. The best months are July–August.
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