Monthly climate guide
Whitehorse weather in March
With highs near -7°C (19°F) and lows around -18°C (0°F), March feels freezing in Whitehorse. Rainfall averages about 28 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than February and 7°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- Rain is well below Whitehorse's usual level (around 45% less).
- Seasonally, March counts as early spring in Whitehorse.
- It warms up quickly from here: by April highs are about 7°C higher.
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -18°C, and frost is common.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
-7°C
19°F
Avg low
-18°C
0°F
Rainfall
28 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
95%
relative
Sky
57%
cloud · often cloudy
Whitehorse weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -13°C / 9°F | -19°C / -3°F | 43 mm | 97% | 66% |
| February | -11°C / 13°F | -20°C / -3°F | 29 mm | 95% | 59% |
| March | -7°C / 19°F | -18°C / 0°F | 28 mm | 95% | 57% |
| April | 0°C / 31°F | -9°C / 15°F | 31 mm | 90% | 69% |
| May | 8°C / 47°F | -1°C / 31°F | 44 mm | 79% | 71% |
| June | 13°C / 55°F | 3°C / 38°F | 73 mm | 77% | 79% |
| July | 15°C / 59°F | 6°C / 42°F | 84 mm | 78% | 77% |
| August | 13°C / 56°F | 4°C / 40°F | 77 mm | 81% | 76% |
| September | 8°C / 47°F | 0°C / 32°F | 59 mm | 85% | 72% |
| October | 0°C / 32°F | -7°C / 20°F | 56 mm | 93% | 77% |
| November | -11°C / 13°F | -17°C / 1°F | 46 mm | 97% | 74% |
| December | -12°C / 10°F | -18°C / -1°F | 44 mm | 97% | 69% |
What to pack for March
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
Is March a good time to visit Whitehorse?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Whitehorse →Other Canada cities in March
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Whitehorse in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Whitehorse?
March is cool in Whitehorse, with highs around -7°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Whitehorse in March?
Average highs are about -7°C (19°F) and average lows about -18°C (0°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Whitehorse in March?
Whitehorse typically gets around 28 mm of rain in March — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Whitehorse (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.