March weather forecastQuebec city, Canada

March

Weather in March

March marks a shift away from the harsh winter, offering a glimpse of spring with a subtle rise in average temperatures, ranging from -9°C (15.8°F) to 1°C (33.8°F). The weather witnesses a discernible change as daylight hours extend a little further. Saplings begin to peek through the receding snow, signaling the arrival of spring in the frosty region. Despite the cold, the city comes alive with promises of warmer days.

Temperature

March's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a freezing cold -5°C (23°F) in February to an icy 1°C (33.8°F). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of -9°C (15.8°F).

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Quebec city, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170 days and collects up to 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Quebec city, Canada, in March, the average water temperature is 1.1°C (34°F).
Note: In connection with swimming, this state is severely cold, hazardous, and lethal. Without protective insulated waterproof garments, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Quebec city, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In Quebec city, the average sunshine in March is 5h.

UV index

In Quebec city, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Quebec city are 1°C (33.8°F) and -9°C (15.8°F) respectively.

In Quebec city, Canada, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Quebec city, in March, the average water temperature is 1.1°C (34°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

The average day length in March in Quebec city, Canada, is 11h and 57min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Quebec city, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.

The average sunshine duration in March in Quebec city, Canada, is 5h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Quebec city, Canada, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in March
Quebec city, Canada

Average high temperature in March: 1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8°C).

Average low temperature in March: -9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-17°C).

Average rainfall in March
Quebec city, Canada

Average rainfall in March: 84mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (70mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Quebec city, Canada

Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March and April (12 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Quebec city, Canada

Average sea temperature in March: 1.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Quebec city, Canada

Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine in March: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average UV index in March
Quebec city, Canada

Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).