March · Canada
Best time to visit Toronto in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Toronto in March
Average temperature 2°C, 44 mm of rain, about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
5.8/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 2°C
- Rainfall
- 44 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 8
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Toronto scores 5.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 2°C, 44 mm of rain, and roughly 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
CN Tower skyline, lakefront trails, and multicultural food streets peak May through September.
March in Toronto — workable with trade-offs
At 2°C (36°F) this is proper winter weather in March: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
With around 44 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 5.8/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Toronto — 3.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Toronto in March?
- In March, Toronto averages 2°C, 44 mm of rain, and about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Toronto?
- March earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Toronto in March?
- Expect about 44 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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