Vancouver in March: Weather, Events and Things to Do

March is the start of spring in Vancouver. Cherry and magnolia trees bloom across the city, the clocks go forward, spring break brings families out, and the mountains often have their deepest snow of the year.

March in Vancouver at a glance

Average high / low: 10°C / 3°C
Precipitation: about 106 mm, on about 18 days
Daylight: about 12 hours a day
Sunshine: about 135 hours over the month
What it feels like: early spring: changeable, with blossoms and fresh snow on the peaks

Weather in Vancouver in March

Highs average about 10°C and lows about 3°C. Showers are frequent but often short, with sunny breaks in between. Clocks usually spring forward on the second Sunday of March, so evenings suddenly feel much longer, with sunset after 7 pm.

Averages are for Vancouver International Airport, 1991 to 2020, from Environment and Climate Change Canada (sunshine 1981 to 2010). The North Shore and the mountains are cooler and wetter than the city.

What to pack for Vancouver in March

A rain jacket and layers for changeable days
Comfortable waterproof shoes for walking
Sunglasses for bright spells
Warm gear if you plan to ski in spring conditions

Events and festivals in March

The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival usually starts in late March as the first trees bloom
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and runs around March 17
Spring break camps and family programs at museums and attractions in mid to late March
Easter events in years when Easter falls in March

Dates change every year. See the March events calendar for this year’s dates, or check things to do in Vancouver today and this weekend.