Weather in Halifax in March

Halifax, Canada averages a high of 3.1°C (37.6°F) and low of -3.3°C (26.1°F) in March, with 12 rain days and 7.6 hours of daily sunshine. Travel score: 45.4/100 (Mixed). The best time to visit Halifax is August.

High
3°C38°F
Low
-3°C26°F
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12
rain days
☀️
7.6
hrs/day sunshine
💧
75%
humidity
45— Mixed

March in Halifax is cold and occasionally wet — bring heavy winter clothing.

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What are the average temperatures in Halifax?

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How much does it rain in Halifax in March?

Halifax receives an average of 109.1mm of rainfall across 12 rainy days in March. The annual total is 1312.3mm.

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What should I pack for Halifax in March?

Essentials

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Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for exploring the city
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Heavy winter coat
Cold weather with highs around 3°C
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Thermal base layers
Stay warm in freezing temperatures
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Warm gloves
Cold nights around -3°C
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Warm scarf
Protect against cold winds

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Toronto

March

4°
52
Mixed

Montréal

March

2°
47
Mixed

Calgary

March

4°
59
Mixed

Ottawa

March

3°
49
Mixed

Edmonton

March

0°
50
Mixed

What is the weather like in other months in Halifax?

January
0°
12 rain days
36
February
0°
10 rain days
41
April
8°
12 rain days
53
May
13°
11 rain days
62
June
17°
12 rain days
69
July
21°
10 rain days
77
August
22°
10 rain days
78
September
19°
9 rain days
73
October
14°
10 rain days
62
November
8°
11 rain days
49
December
3°
13 rain days
38

Data based on 1994–2024 averages · Last updated: 2024-12-31