Month guide · Victoria · Canada
Victoria in March
What March is really like in Victoria: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Hugh Lee, CC BY-SA 2.0
Quick answer
March is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 10°C (50°F), lows of 2°C (36°F), about 16 rainy days and roughly 11.7 hours of daylight. Spring blossoms line the streets; showers are frequent, but gardens come to life.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 10°C (50°F) / 2°C (36°F)
- Rainy days
- About 16
- Daylight
- About 11.7 hours
- Sea temperature
- 8°C (46°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in March
March is the 8th-warmest month in Victoria: days average 10°C (50°F) against a yearly average high of 14°C (57°F), and nights fall to about 2°C (36°F). Rain falls on roughly 16 of its 31 days. Compared with February (8°C (46°F)), March is warmer; by April highs climb to around 13°C (55°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 07:27
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 19:19
- Daylight
- About 11.7 hours
- Sea
- 8°C (46°F)
Spring (March–May). Canada's earliest blossoms, bulbs at Butchart and the start of whale-watching season, with mild temperatures and regular showers.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 2 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in July). That makes March one of the better-value months to book.
Events in March
- Spring bulbs and blossom at Butchart Gardens (March–April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
With cold days, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Waterfront · Inner Harbour and James Bay
Fisherman's Wharf
Get there by harbour ferry from downtown, and eat fish and chips on the dock.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- Kids
- Photo spot
Waterfront · Inner Harbour and James Bay
Dallas Road waterfront and Ogden Point Breakwater
A clifftop path runs along Dallas Road from Ogden Point to Clover Point and beyond, with the Olympic Mountains of Washington State across the strait.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Outdoors
- Couples
- Photo spot
Historic site · Colwood
Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse
Bring a picnic; the grassy grounds and views of the Olympic Mountains suit a long afternoon.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Kids
- Views
- Outdoors
Castle · Colwood
Hatley Castle and Gardens
James Dunsmuir, son of Craigdarroch's builder, completed this Edwardian castle in 1908 on a large estate that is now Royal Roads University.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Architecture
- History
- Nature
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 10°C, lows near 2°C and 16 wet days: a warm coat, hat, gloves and thermal layers; shoes with good grip for icy pavements; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Victoria?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, May–September are better overall. Compare every month.
Victoria in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Victoria?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Spring blossoms line the streets; showers are frequent, but gardens come to life.
+How warm is Victoria in March?
Average highs are around 10°C (50°F) and lows around 2°C (36°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Victoria in March?
Expect rain on about 16 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.