March is a very cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Canada, and not recommended. March is too cold for swimming in Canada for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Canada in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Canada in March is 7°. The average maximum temperature is 4° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average temperature in Canada in March is 3°. The average temperature ranges is 1° in the previous month and 6° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Canada in March is -0°. The minimum temperature is -3° in the previous month and 3° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Canada in March are 11.9 and there are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Canada in March is typically 3.5 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Canada in March is 12.4° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
The average total rainfall in Canada in March is 16.2cm and on average there are 14.3 rainy days in March making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Canada in March is 2° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -1° in the previous month and 4° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Canada in March is typically 90.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.3% in the previous month and 89.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Canada in March is typically 76.6%. The average relative humidity is 78.2% in the previous month and 71.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Canada in March is typically 24kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 23kmh in the previous month and 23kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Canada in March is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 12kmh in the previous month and 12kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Canada in March is from the West-Southwest.
