March weather forecast
Victoria, Canada

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Weather in March

Come March, Victoria sees a marked improvement in weather conditions from February. The snowfall plummets to a mere 1mm (0.04") and the temperature inches towards a spring-like warmth. The month ushers in longer daylight hours, paving the way for tourists to enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities. March also witnesses a noticeable increase in visibility across the city. The increased duration of sunshine serves as the perfect precursor to the upcoming spring.

Temperature

The beginning of March reveals an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.7°C (47.7°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. During the month of March, Victoria identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Victoria, during March, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. In Victoria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72.5 days and collects up to 163mm (6.42") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Victoria are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Victoria. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Victoria aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 93mm (3.66") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Victoria, in March, the average water temperature is 7.7°C (45.9°F).
Note: Swimming in 7.7°C (45.9°F) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 10°C (50°F) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

In Victoria, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Victoria, sunrise is at 6:51 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 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Victoria is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Victoria in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Victoria, records 8.7°C (47.7°F), while the low-temperature is 4.7°C (40.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Victoria?

In Victoria, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Victoria?

In March, in Victoria, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Victoria?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Victoria. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Victoria aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the sea water temperature in March in Victoria?

In March, the average sea temperature in Victoria is 7.7°C (45.9°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

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

In March, the average day length in Victoria is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Victoria?

On the first day of March in Victoria, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:43 pm PDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Victoria have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Victoria is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Victoria?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Victoria, Canada

Average temperature in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in March
Victoria, Canada

Average pressure in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Victoria, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Victoria, Canada

Average humidity in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Victoria, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (37mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Victoria, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (8.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Victoria, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Victoria, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Victoria, Canada

Average sea temperature in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in March: 7.7°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.3°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Victoria, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Victoria, Canada

Average UV index in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Victoria, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in March
Victoria, Canada

Average visibility in March - Victoria, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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