March weather forecast
Squamish, Canada

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Squamish, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 0.9°C (33.6°F) and max 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Temperature

Transitioning from February to March, Squamish observes an average high-temperature of a still cold 5.7°C (42.3°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Squamish's nighttime temperatures in March see a subtle dip to an average of 0.9°C (33.6°F).

Humidity

January and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months in Squamish.

Rainfall

In Squamish, in March, during 15.2 rainfall days, 198mm (7.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Squamish, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 1830mm (72.05") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Squamish, in March, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 877mm (34.53") of snow. In Squamish, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.9 days and aggregates up to 4445mm (175") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Squamish, Canada, is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:43 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Squamish is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 5, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Squamish in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Squamish, records 5.7°C (42.3°F), while the low-temperature is 0.9°C (33.6°F).

What are the most humid months in Squamish?

The months with the highest humidity are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in March in Squamish?

In Squamish, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in Squamish in March?

In Squamish, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 198mm (7.8") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Squamish in March?

In Squamish, Canada, in March, during 17.8 snowfall days, 877mm (34.53") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Squamish?

In Squamish, Canada, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Squamish?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Squamish, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:43 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Squamish?

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Squamish?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Squamish, Canada, is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Squamish?

In Squamish, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Squamish, Canada

Average temperature in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 0.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-0.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Squamish, Canada

Average pressure in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Squamish, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Squamish, Canada

Average humidity in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Squamish, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 198mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (280mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (39mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Squamish, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Squamish, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 877mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (981mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Squamish, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Squamish, Canada

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Squamish, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Squamish, Canada

Average UV index in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Squamish, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Squamish, Canada

Average visibility in March - Squamish, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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