Calgary

What’s the weather like in Calgary in March?

The Calgary weather in March is several degrees warmer than the coldness of January and February, with temperatures usually staying above freezing. The rains are light and there’s not too much snowfall, with pleasant sunshine filling the streets and parks of this attractive Canadian city.

Geographical influences

The open prairie grasslands of the region means the wind has few natural barriers and can pick up at times across the city. Calgary is in the south west of Canada, in the Alberta province, and has a humid continental climate. Spring is usually mild but because Calgary is over 1,000 metres above sea level, the weather can change quite quickly and is difficult to predict.

Averages

The weather in Calgary in March is mild to cold, making it a popular time to visit and enjoy seeing winter turn into spring. During the day the temperature could hit highs of 5°C, but possibly dropping to lows of -6°C at night. Wrap up warm when you head out in the evening. You can expect a light 8mph breeze, on average, across the city. You’ll see good levels of sunshine during your stay in March, as this Canadian resort produces up to seven hours of sun each day from 12 hours of daylight. UV levels are low and the humidity should measure 81%. March is quite a dry month in Calgary with just 17mm of rainfall expected on average.