March · Canada
Best time to visit Squamish in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Squamish in March
Average temperature 2°C, 154 mm of rain, about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
3.6/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 2°C
- Rainfall
- 154 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 5
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Squamish scores 3.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 2°C, 154 mm of rain, and roughly 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Squamish sits between Vancouver and Whistler, with granite climbing and a fjord at its edge.
March in Squamish: expect compromises
At 2°C (36°F) this is proper winter weather in March: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
154 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 3.6/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Squamish — 5.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Squamish in March?
- In March, Squamish averages 2°C, 154 mm of rain, and about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.6/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Squamish?
- March earns a 3.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Squamish in March?
- Expect about 154 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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