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March is a wet month in Comox

Climate Overview

Comox, Canada in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 9.1°C (48°F). Rain falls on about 18 days this month, totalling around 175 mm. Sea temperature stays cool at 7.5°C (46°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Spring. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Daily highs in March gradually rise from around 7°C (44°F) at the start to 11°C (52°F) by month's end.

March sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 175 mm across the month.

Expect around 5.8h of sunshine at the start of March, increasing to 8.0h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 12°C (54°F).

Compared to February, this month is about 3°C warmer with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into April.

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Monthly March Averages

Temperature
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
6°C / 0°C
Rain
18 days · 175 mm
Sunshine
6.7h / day
Humidity
82% — Very Humid
Wind
14 km/h
Wind Direction
SSE (153°)
Gusts
31 km/h
Daylight
11.9 h
Cloud Cover
71%
Clear Sky Days
2.3
UV Index
3 — Moderate
Sea Temperature
8°C
Dew Point
3°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
6 days · 11.2 cm
Frost Days
4 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:35
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 19:25

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

Recent yearly records for March have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Wet
Temp
6°C / 2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -1°C
Rain
20days (314 mm) Wet
Sun
3.2h Poor
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
1.1 Low
Snow Days
8days
February
Poor
Temp
6°C / 1°C
Feels Like
3°C / -2°C
Rain
17days (163 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
8days
March
Wet
Temp
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
6°C / 0°C
Rain
18days (175 mm) Wet
Sun
6.7h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
3 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
April
Poor
Temp
13°C / 5°C
Feels Like
11°C / 3°C
Rain
16days (130 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4.7 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
May
Good
Temp
18°C / 9°C
Feels Like
17°C / 8°C
Rain
11days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 12°C
Feels Like
20°C / 11°C
Rain
11days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.4 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 15°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
6days (30 mm) Good
Sun
13.2h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 16°C
Feels Like
26°C / 17°C
Rain
7days (56 mm) Good
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
September
Good
Temp
20°C / 13°C
Feels Like
20°C / 13°C
Rain
13days (146 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
4.3 Moderate
October
Wet
Temp
13°C / 8°C
Feels Like
12°C / 6°C
Rain
18days (253 mm) Wet
Sun
5.8h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
2.5 Moderate
November
Wet
Temp
8°C / 5°C
Feels Like
6°C / 2°C
Rain
22days (339 mm) Wet
Sun
3.5h Poor
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
1.3 Low
Snow Days
4days
December
Wet
Temp
5°C / 2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -1°C
Rain
22days (302 mm) Wet
Sun
2.9h Poor
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
0.7 Low
Snow Days
10days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 6°C / 2°C 3°C / -1°C 20days (314 mm) Wet 3.2h Poor 90% Very Muggy 1.1 Low Wet View Details
February 6°C / 1°C 3°C / -2°C 17days (163 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 83% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
March 9°C / 3°C 6°C / 0°C 18days (175 mm) Wet 6.7h Fair 82% Humid 3 Moderate Wet View Details
April 13°C / 5°C 11°C / 3°C 16days (130 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 77% Humid 4.7 Moderate Poor View Details
May 18°C / 9°C 17°C / 8°C 11days (74 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 72% Muggy 5.7 High Good View Details
June best 21°C / 12°C 20°C / 11°C 11days (71 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 72% Muggy 6.4 High Excellent View Details
July best 24°C / 15°C 25°C / 16°C 6days (30 mm) Good 13.2h Excellent 69% Muggy 6.7 High Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 16°C 26°C / 17°C 7days (56 mm) Good 11.6h Excellent 72% Muggy 5.7 High Excellent View Details
September 20°C / 13°C 20°C / 13°C 13days (146 mm) Wet 8.6h Good 81% Humid 4.3 Moderate Good View Details
October 13°C / 8°C 12°C / 6°C 18days (253 mm) Wet 5.8h Fair 86% Very Muggy 2.5 Moderate Wet View Details
November 8°C / 5°C 6°C / 2°C 22days (339 mm) Wet 3.5h Poor 90% Very Muggy 1.3 Low Wet View Details
December 5°C / 2°C 3°C / -1°C 22days (302 mm) Wet 2.9h Poor 90% Very Muggy 0.7 Low Wet View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatUmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

March is typically wet for visiting Comox, with average highs of 9°C (48°F) and around 18 rainy days. Comox, Canada in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 9.1°C (48°F). Rain falls on about 18 days this m
Comox typically sees around 18 rainy days in March with 175 mm (6.9 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Comox during March are cold, averaging 3°C (37°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 9°C (48°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) in March, we recommend: Warm coat, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
March is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Comox. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Comox during March is 3 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Comox gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in March, with around 7 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Comox typically sees around 6 snow days in March with roughly 11 cm (4 in) of snowfall.

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