What March feels like in Toronto
Early spring arrives in Toronto with March. Midday brings little warmth — expect coat-and-scarf weather from morning to evening. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights drop well below freezing and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Toronto in March
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. A rainy day brings about 6.2 mm (0.2 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. Across the year Toronto averages about 7 mm per rainy day, so March is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in March
On 15 March the sun rises at about 7:32 am and sets around 7:22 pm local time, giving 11 h 51 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 1 h 22 min more daylight than mid-February. The sun is out for roughly 68% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How March compares to the rest of the year
In Toronto's temperature order, March sits as the 4th coolest month. Against February, the average high is 4.7°C (8.5°F) higher, with 3 mm more rain. April continues the upward trend. By April, typical highs are 10.4°C (50.7°F).
Who March suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — warm places to spend the coldest part of the day.
Tips for visiting Toronto in March
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Warm Layers
A proper winter coat, with gloves and a hat for early starts.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Toronto in March?
Expect around 4.5°C (40.1°F) in the afternoon and -3.4°C (25.9°F) at night, which most visitors would call cold.
Does it rain a lot in Toronto in March?
It does: about 10 rainy days bring roughly 62 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Toronto in March?
The numbers point to rain protection, warm layers and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is March or April better for visiting Toronto?
April, narrowly: it ranks #8 of 12 among Toronto's months, against #10 for the other. April is warmer and has more rainy days.