Canada Vancouver Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Vancouver is Moderate
March is Moderate for Vancouver.
March marks spring — 5 sunshine hours + cherry blossoms begin. Vancouver has 40,000+ cherry trees, and 'Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival' (second weekend of April) is the headline event. Late March already sees full bloom in early-blooming neighborhoods — Queen Elizabeth Park + Stanley Park + UBC are the top photo spots.
Vancouver International Dance Festival (early March, 1.5 weeks) is Canada's largest dance fest. St. Patrick's Day Parade (March 17) is a downtown highlight.
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Vancouver March Weather Stats
Avg High
10°C
Avg Low
3°C
Rainy Days
17
115mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
76%
Humid
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
7°C
Not swimmable
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
8 μg/m³
PM10
18 μg/m³
Status
Excellent
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
8°C
Nighttime
1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cherry blossom season starts — early bloomers in full bloom
- Vancouver Dance Festival — Canada's largest
- Shoulder season value + 5 sunshine hours
Cons
- Rain 17 days/month — wet tail
- Main blossom peak is mid-April
- Outdoor possible but weather still variable
March Events & Festivals
- Vancouver International Dance Festival — early March
- St. Patrick's Day Parade — March 17
- Cherry blossom season starts (late March - April)
Vancouver in March — Full Picture
March marks spring — 5 sunshine hours + cherry blossoms begin. Vancouver has 40,000+ cherry trees, and 'Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival' (second weekend of April) is the headline event. Late March already sees full bloom in early-blooming neighborhoods — Queen Elizabeth Park + Stanley Park + UBC are the top photo spots.
Vancouver International Dance Festival (early March, 1.5 weeks) is Canada's largest dance fest. St. Patrick's Day Parade (March 17) is a downtown highlight.
Shoulder season — cheaper than April-early May + less rain + more sun = best value entry into the better-weather window.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Early spring. Jacket + sweater + optional rain shell. Like early April elsewhere.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current13°C
5.3°C
14.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
21°C
12.3°C
8.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.7°C
7°C
14.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
6.7°C
1.3°C
18/mo
Vancouver Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6° | 1° | 19d·155mm | 1.8h | 83% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 2° | 16d·110mm | 3.5h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10° | 3° | 17d·115mm | 5h | 76% | 3 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 13° | 5° | 14d·85mm | 7h | 72% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 16° | 8° | 12d·65mm | 8.5h | 68% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 19° | 11° | 11d·55mm | 9h | 67% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 22° | 13° | 7d·40mm | 11h | 63% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 22° | 13° | 7d·38mm | 11h | 63% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 19° | 11° | 9d·55mm | 7.5h | 70% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 13° | 7° | 15d·120mm | 4h | 78% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 9° | 3° | 19d·195mm | 2h | 82% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 6° | 1° | 19d·165mm | 1.5h | 83% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Vancouver?
Vancouver in March is Moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Vancouver in March?
Vancouver March averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C.
Does it rain much in Vancouver in March?
Vancouver March averages 115mm of rainfall over about 17 rainy days.
What should I wear in Vancouver in March?
Early spring. Jacket + sweater + optional rain shell. Like early April elsewhere.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Vancouver in March?
Vancouver March sunrise is 07:23 and sunset is 19:20, with 11h 57m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Vancouver in March?
Vancouver March air quality (AQI) averages 28, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 8μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Vancouver in March?
In March, Vancouver is great for Cherry blossom photography (Queen Elizabeth + Stanley), Dance Festival, St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Is March peak season in Vancouver?
Vancouver March crowds are quiet and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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