Early spring · Weather & things to do
Whistler in March
Whistler edges warmer than February, with highs of 38°F (3°C), lows of 26°F (-3°C) and about 8.4 in (214 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 24/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 38°F (3°C)
- Avg low
- 26°F (-3°C)
- Rain or snow
- 8.4 in (214 mm)
- Humidity
- 97%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 24/100 · Tough
What March feels like
Highs only reach about 38°F (3°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 26°F (-3°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 8.4 in (214 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 77%.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are July & August.
- Comfort slips from 35/100 in February to 24/100.
- Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 26°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 8.4 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Whistler in March
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Bearfoot Bistro
Fine dining with a deep cellar and a minus-32 vodka ice room for tastings.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.4 in of rain.
Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre
Centre sharing the culture of two First Nations, with a longhouse and carving.
Audain Art Museum
Forest-set gallery of British Columbia art, from Emily Carr to Northwest Coast masks.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 8.4 in of rain.
Araxi
Village restaurant focused on BC produce, oysters and a large wine cellar.
Why now Easy to slot in when March's rain moves in.
Sea to Sky Gondola
Gondola above Squamish to suspension bridge, trails and views over Howe Sound.
Nearby in March
- Vancouver in March~58 mi · highs 46°F, 10.0 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
- San Juan Island in March~109 mi · highs 49°F, 4.2 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
- Victoria in March~118 mi · highs 49°F, 4.2 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
- Olympic NP in March~163 mi · highs 34°F, 8.8 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,279 m to Whistler's ~674 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.
Whistler in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Whistler?
It's middling, scoring 24/100. The best months are July & August, at up to 90. Expect highs of 38°F (3°C) and 8.4 in (214 mm) of rain or snow. Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Whistler in March?
Average highs are 38°F (3°C) and average lows 26°F (-3°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Whistler in March?
Yes: about 8.4 in (214 mm) of rain or snow falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 74.5 in (1893 mm).
What should I pack for Whistler in March?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 26°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 8.4 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Whistler in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.