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March is a poor month in Cornwall

Climate Overview

Cornwall, Canada in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 4°C (39°F). Rain falls on about 13 days this month.

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

Daily highs in March gradually rise from around 0°C (33°F) at the start to 7°C (45°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 29th, averaging 7.2°C (45°F).

Compared to February, this month is about 5°C warmer with 0 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into April.

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Monthly March Averages

Temperature
4°C / -5°C
Feels Like
0°C / -9°C
Rain
13 days · 90 mm
Sunshine
7.4h / day
Humidity
72% — Humid
Wind
18 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (258°)
Gusts
41 km/h
Daylight
11.9 h
Cloud Cover
68%
Clear Sky Days
2.6
UV Index
4 — Moderate
Dew Point
-5°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
11 days · 22.4 cm
Frost Days
24 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

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 07:13
Daylight 11.9h
Sunset 19:05

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 4°C (39°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.

3 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-2°C / -10°C
Feels Like
-7°C / -15°C
Rain
12days (80 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
16days
February
Poor
Temp
0°C / -10°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -15°C
Rain
13days (82 mm) Wet
Sun
6h Fair
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
15days
March
Poor
Temp
4°C / -5°C
Feels Like
0°C / -9°C
Rain
13days (90 mm) Wet
Sun
7.4h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
11days
April
Poor
Temp
11°C / 2°C
Feels Like
8°C / -2°C
Rain
13days (115 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
4.7 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
May best
Good
Temp
19°C / 9°C
Feels Like
18°C / 6°C
Rain
12days (90 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 14°C
Feels Like
25°C / 13°C
Rain
13days (104 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
6.1 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 18°C
Feels Like
28°C / 18°C
Rain
12days (112 mm) Wet
Sun
11.9h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
6.6 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 17°C
Feels Like
27°C / 18°C
Rain
13days (115 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.7 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 14°C
Feels Like
22°C / 13°C
Rain
8days (68 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
4.8 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
15°C / 8°C
Feels Like
13°C / 5°C
Rain
13days (130 mm) Wet
Sun
6.6h Fair
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
3.1 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
6°C / 0°C
Feels Like
3°C / -4°C
Rain
13days (92 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
2 Low
Snow Days
8days
December
Poor
Temp
1°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -10°C
Rain
13days (90 mm) Wet
Sun
4.2h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
15days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -2°C / -10°C -7°C / -15°C 12days (80 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 77% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
February 0°C / -10°C -5°C / -15°C 13days (82 mm) Wet 6h Fair 75% Muggy 2.9 Moderate Poor View Details
March 4°C / -5°C 0°C / -9°C 13days (90 mm) Wet 7.4h Good 72% Muggy 4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 11°C / 2°C 8°C / -2°C 13days (115 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 68% Muggy 4.7 Moderate Poor View Details
May best 19°C / 9°C 18°C / 6°C 12days (90 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 69% Muggy 5.6 High Good View Details
June best 24°C / 14°C 25°C / 13°C 13days (104 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 71% Muggy 6.1 High Excellent View Details
July best 27°C / 18°C 28°C / 18°C 12days (112 mm) Wet 11.9h Excellent 74% Muggy 6.6 High Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 17°C 27°C / 18°C 13days (115 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 76% Humid 5.7 High Excellent View Details
September best 22°C / 14°C 22°C / 13°C 8days (68 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 76% Humid 4.8 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 15°C / 8°C 13°C / 5°C 13days (130 mm) Wet 6.6h Fair 76% Humid 3.1 Moderate Fair View Details
November 6°C / 0°C 3°C / -4°C 13days (92 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 77% Humid 2 Low Poor View Details
December 1°C / -5°C -3°C / -10°C 13days (90 mm) Wet 4.2h Fair 77% Humid 1.5 Low Poor 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 coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

March is typically poor for visiting Cornwall, with average highs of 4°C (39°F) and around 13 rainy days. Cornwall, Canada in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 4°C (39°F). Rain falls on about 13 days this
Cornwall typically sees around 13 rainy days in March with 90 mm (3.5 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Cornwall during March are cold, averaging -5°C (24°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 4°C (39°F) and lows of -5°C (24°F) in March, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
March is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Cornwall. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Cornwall during March is 4 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Cornwall gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in March, with around 7 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Cornwall typically sees around 11 snow days in March with roughly 22 cm (9 in) of snowfall.

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