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Markham Weather in March

Markham in March

The short of it: Markham in March averages a high of 4 °C (39 °F) and a low of -4 °C (25 °F), with 51 mm (2.0 in) of rain and about 11 h 48 min of daylight. Rated 2 of 5 for a visit; the best months are June and September. Source: TerraClimate climate normals, 1991–2020.

Average high 4° · low -4° · rain 51 mm · daylight 11 h 48 min

✦✦ Travel with care for a visit · best months: June & September

Thirty years of records give Markham an average March high of 4°, a low of -4° and some 51 mm of rain. Highs rise 5° against February, to near 4°; nights run about -4°. It is the driest month of the year, only 51 mm of rain. Snow lies on the ground; mind the passes.

The sun is up for about 11 h 48 min in mid-March, 83 minutes more than a month before.

For the traveller: pack a heavy coat, gloves and a scarf. The Almanac rates March 2 of 5 for a visit; the finest months here are June and September.

Against its neighbours, Markham runs cooler than most and wetter than most in March. Agincourt North, 7 km to the S, sees much the same highs.

March in Markham, by the numbers

Warmth rank
9th warmest of 12
Rain rank
12th wettest of 12
Versus February
5° warmer, 5.0 mm less rain
Versus April
7° colder
Day–night spread
8°
Snow season
Dec–Mar
Daylight, mid-month
11 h 48 min
Average wind
16 km/h

Neighbouring Towns

March averages · distance by the crow’s flight
TownDistanceHighLowRain
Agincourt NorthOntario7 km S4°-4°51 mm
MalvernOntario7 km SSE5°-3°51 mm
L'AmoreauxOntario9 km SSW4°-4°51 mm
Tam O'Shanter-SullivanOntario10 km SSW5°-3°51 mm
RougeOntario11 km SE4°-3°49 mm
BendaleOntario11 km S5°-3°51 mm
StouffvilleOntario11 km N3°-5°52 mm
PickeringOntario11 km ENE3°-4°51 mm

The Almanac · Markham Month by Month

Climate normals 1991–2020 · pick a month
PrecipitationAverage highAverage low
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The Almanac Speaks
March
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Highs rise 5° against February, to near 4°; nights run about -4°. It is the driest month of the year, only 51 mm of rain. Snow lies on the ground; mind the passes.

Climate of Markham by month
MonthHighLowRainWindDaylightVisit
January-2°-9°57 mm17 km/h9 h 15 min✦
February-1°-9°56 mm17 km/h10 h 25 min✦
March4°-4°51 mm16 km/h11 h 48 min✦✦
April11°2°82 mm15 km/h13 h 23 min✦✦
May18°8°82 mm13 km/h14 h 43 min✦✦✦
June24°13°81 mm12 km/h15 h 27 min✦✦✦
July27°16°74 mm11 km/h15 h 9 min✦✦✦
August26°16°83 mm11 km/h13 h 59 min✦✦✦
September22°12°79 mm12 km/h12 h 26 min✦✦✦
October14°6°77 mm14 km/h10 h 55 min✦✦
November7°0°80 mm15 km/h9 h 34 min✦
December1°-5°64 mm17 km/h8 h 55 min✦✦

Questions Readers Ask about Markham in March

Answered from the wire & the Almanac

What is the weather like in Markham in March?

Days average 4 °C (39 °F) and nights -4 °C (25 °F), with about 51 mm (2.0 in) of rain over the month. Highs rise 5° against February, to near 4°; nights run about -4°. It is the driest month of the year, only 51 mm of rain. Snow lies on the ground; mind the passes.

Is March a good time to visit Markham?

The Almanac gives March 2 of 5 (travel with care). The best months are June and September.

How long are the days in Markham in March?

In mid-March the sun is up for about 11 h 48 min. The days are lengthening — from 8 h 55 min in December to 15 h 27 min in June.

Does it snow in Markham in March?

Yes — snow usually lies on the ground in March.

What should I pack for Markham in March?

A heavy coat, gloves, a hat and a scarf.

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