March weather forecast
Toronto, Canada

Colorfully lit night city of Toronto, Canada, with a view of the Nathan Phillips Square, and a large Toronto sign
Colorfully lit night city of Toronto, Canada, with a view of the Nathan Phillips Square, and a large Toronto sign

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Toronto, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 3.2°C (37.8°F) and min -2.2°C (28°F).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a subzero cold -1.3°C (29.7°F) in February to a cold 3.2°C (37.8°F). In March, the average low-temperature is -2.2°C (28°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Toronto is 77%.

Rainfall

In Toronto, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Toronto, Canada, there are 136.8 rainfall days, and 420mm (16.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Toronto. In March, in Toronto, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout March, 28mm (1.1") of snow is accumulated. In Toronto, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.6 days and aggregates up to 223mm (8.78") of snow.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F).
Note: For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

Daylight

In Toronto, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Toronto, Canada, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, 12. March 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 05. November 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Toronto?

In Toronto, Canada, in March, the average high-temperature is 3.2°C (37.8°F), and the average low-temperature is -2.2°C (28°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Toronto?

The average relative humidity in March in Toronto, Canada, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Toronto in March?

In Toronto, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Toronto in March?

In March, in Toronto, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout March, 28mm (1.1") of snow is accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Toronto?

The month with the coldest seawater in Toronto is March, with an average sea temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F).

How cold is the water in March in Toronto?

In Toronto, Canada, in March, the average water temperature is 1.9°C (35.4°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Toronto have in March?

In Toronto, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Toronto?

On the first day of March in Toronto, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, 12. March 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Toronto, Canada, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends on Sunday, 05. November 2023, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Toronto have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Toronto is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Toronto?

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

Average temperature in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 3.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -2.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7°C).

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Average pressure in March
Toronto, Canada

Average pressure in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Toronto, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Toronto, Canada

Average humidity in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Toronto, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Toronto, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Toronto, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 28mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (57mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Toronto, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Toronto, Canada

Average sea temperature in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in March: 1.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (1.9°C).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Toronto, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Toronto, Canada

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Toronto, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Toronto, Canada

Average visibility in March - Toronto, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (9km).

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