01Weather
Toronto weather in March
Afternoons in March average 6.1 °C (43 °F) and nights cool to -1.3 °C (30 °F). The month brings about 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with February it is 3.9 °C warmer; April is 5.6 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical March | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 14 °C / 57 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 0 °C / 32 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | -8 °C / 18 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 17.4 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 26 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest March day 2016–2025 | 21.1 °C / -15.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 March | 06:53 | 18:05 | 11.2 h |
| 15 March | 07:29 | 19:23 | 11.9 h |
| 31 March | 07:00 | 19:42 | 12.7 h |
Daylight grows by about 90 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Toronto), including the clock change on the last Sunday of March.
03Crowds
How busy Toronto is in March
quiet The main sights are quiet in March. What drives it:
- March break for Ontario schools
- St Patrick's Day
- thaw begins
04Public holidays
Public holidays in March 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 26 Mar 2027 | Good Friday |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Toronto in March
Every year in March
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| St Patrick's Day Parade | a Sunday near 17 March | parade |
07Packing
What to pack for Toronto in March
- a winter coat, gloves and a hat
- thermal layer for early mornings
- waterproof shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- gloves: frost on about 17 mornings
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
March begins the thaw, with afternoons around 4 °C, slush, grey skies and the March break for Ontario schools in the second or third week, which fills family attractions. St Patrick's Day brings a parade and packed pubs. By the end of the month, the first patios appear on mild days. Rain or snow falls on about ten days. The clocks go forward on the second Sunday.
The Canada Blooms garden show and the One of a Kind spring show fill Exhibition Place. The Blue Jays' home opener falls at the end of March or in early April. Daylight passes twelve hours at the equinox. Hotel rates remain low outside March break. For the cool, changeable spring and Hot Docs, see April.
09Compare
Toronto month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0 °C | -6 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| February | 2 °C | -5 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| March | 6 °C | -1 °C | 8 | – | quiet | Good |
| April | 12 °C | 4 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
| May | 19 °C | 10 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 25 °C | 15 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| July | 28 °C | 19 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 27 °C | 18 °C | 6 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 23 °C | 15 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 16 °C | 8 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Good |
| November | 8 °C | 2 °C | 8 | – | quiet | Good |
| December | 3 °C | -3 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Mixed |
Not sure about March? See the best time to visit Toronto.
10Elsewhere
March in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| New York City in March | 11 °C | 8 |
| Orlando in March | 27 °C | 3 |
| Miami in March | 28 °C | 4 |
| Cancún in March | 29 °C | – |
| Las Vegas in March | 21 °C | 1 |
| Vancouver in March | 10 °C | 16 |
11FAQ
Toronto in March: your questions
Is March a good time to visit Toronto?
March is a good month to visit Toronto. Daytime highs average 6 °C (43 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Toronto in March?
Expect cold days around 6 °C (43 °F) and nights near -1 °C (30 °F). One March in ten brings afternoons above 14 °C, and one in ten stays below -0 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Toronto in March?
March brings about 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by Toronto standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 26 percent.
What should I wear in Toronto in March?
Pack a winter coat, gloves and a hat, thermal layer for early mornings, waterproof shoes.
Is Toronto crowded in March?
The main sights are quiet in March. Main drivers: March break for Ontario schools; St Patrick's Day; thaw begins.
What time does it get dark in Toronto in March?
Around the middle of March the sun sets at about 19:23 and rises at 07:29, giving 11.9 hours of daylight.