Early spring · Weather & things to do
Vancouver in March
Vancouver edges warmer than February, with highs of 46°F (8°C), lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 10.0 in (253 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 27/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 10.0 in (253 mm)
- Humidity
- 91%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 27/100 · Tough
What March feels like
Cool days top out near 46°F (8°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 37°F (3°C).
It's a very wet month, with around 10.0 in (253 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 81%.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are July & August.
- Comfort slips from 33/100 in February to 27/100.
- Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Vancouver in March
With 10.0 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Vij's
Landmark Indian restaurant famous for lamb popsicles in fenugreek cream curry.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 10.0 in of rain.
Gastown
Oldest neighbourhood of brick warehouses, the steam clock and restaurants on cobbled Water Street.
Stanley Park Seawall
Ten-kilometre waterfront path around a forested park, with totem poles at Brockton Point.
Miku
Waterfront sushi restaurant known for flame-seared aburi oshi sushi.
Granville Island Public Market
Covered market under the bridge with fish, produce, bakeries and food stalls.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 10.0 in of rain.
Nearby in March
- San Juan Island in March~52 mi · highs 49°F, 4.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Whistler in March~58 mi · highs 38°F, 8.4 in rain or snow · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Victoria in March~60 mi · highs 49°F, 4.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Olympic NP in March~105 mi · highs 34°F, 8.8 in rain or snow · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~565 m to Vancouver's ~33 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Vancouver in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Vancouver?
It's middling, scoring 27/100. The best months are July & August, at up to 88. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 10.0 in (253 mm) of rain. Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Vancouver in March?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Vancouver in March?
Yes: about 10.0 in (253 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 85.6 in (2175 mm).
What should I pack for Vancouver in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Vancouver in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.