March could be a good time to visit Toronto, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +39°F, and there are typically 6 sunny days in March. However, expect about 8 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 43 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+39°F
Avg. max. temperature
-9°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
43 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
6 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Toronto has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Toronto in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Toronto for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +41°F with a maximum of +50°F and a minimum of +19°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +37°F to +39°F.
Is Toronto warm or cold in March?
Toronto is typically chill in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +32°F to +39°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +21°F to +28°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Toronto:
Water temperature in Toronto in March
Water in Toronto in March is Cold. It varies from +32°F to +37°F, with an average of +35°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +39°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Toronto are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +72°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +35°F.
Can you swim in Toronto in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Toronto in March, the water is very cold (+35°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
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Climate in Toronto in March
Toronto weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+32°F
+39°F
+50°F
Min. temperature
-13°F
-9°F
+14°F
Max. temperature
+64°F
+72°F
+81°F
Rainfall
24 mm
43 mm
80 mm
Wind
5 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+35°F
+35°F
+38°F
Humidity
71%
69%
67%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
3
6
7
Cloudy days
11
10
8
Rainy days
3
6
12
Snowy days
12
8
3
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +32°F to +39°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 24 mm to 43 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 71% to 69%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 5 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 3 to 6.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Toronto in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Toronto is gradually decreasing during March, going from 7 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Toronto based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 102 mm, with a 45% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Toronto wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 93 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 24 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during March in Toronto based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in March is about 41 mm, with a 16% chance of snow on a typical day.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in Toronto?
This is the weather in Toronto in March 2023:
1 March
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+37°F
2 March
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+40°F
3 March
☁️
+35°F
4 March
🌨️
+41°F
5 March
🌧️
+43°F
6 March
☁️
+39°F
7 March
☀️
+36°F
8 March
☀️
+36°F
9 March
☀️
+37°F
10 March
🌨️
+33°F
11 March
☁️
+32°F
12 March
☁️
+33°F
13 March
🌨️
+35°F
14 March
🌨️
+31°F
15 March
☀️
+42°F
16 March
☁️
+48°F
17 March
🌧️
+45°F
18 March
🌨️
+37°F
19 March
☀️
+33°F
20 March
☀️
+43°F
21 March
☁️
+48°F
22 March
☁️
+43°F
23 March
☁️
+46°F
24 March
☀️
+41°F
25 March
🌫️
+46°F
26 March
☀️
+50°F
27 March
🌧️
+47°F
28 March
☁️
+44°F
29 March
☀️
+48°F
30 March
☀️
+37°F
31 March
🌫️
+39°F
In March 2023 Toronto had 10 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +41°F, with an absolute maximum of +50°F and a minimum of +30°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Toronto climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Toronto in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+51°F) and the highest in 2012 (+59°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 432 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1271 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Toronto in March:
Is March a good time to visit Toronto?
It’s always a good time to visit Toronto, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Toronto in March?
Not really, March is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Toronto in March?
Swimming in Toronto in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Toronto rainy in March?
Toronto is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Toronto in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Toronto in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Toronto in March?
The normal prices to fly to Toronto is $537 - $537. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Toronto, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
