Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Boston | Quebec City | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 7°C (45°F) | 12°C (54°F)▲ | Quebec City |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -2°C (28°F) | 0°C (32°F)▲ | Quebec City |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 4 days▲ | Quebec City |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 116 mm | 50 mm▲ | Quebec City |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 8h/day▲ | 4h/day | Boston |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 23 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Quebec City |
Boston and Quebec City are closely matched in March. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Boston is on the cooler side at 7°C, requiring warmer clothing. Quebec City is cooler at 12°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Quebec City is the stronger choice in March. Boston receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Boston reaches an average high of 7°C (45°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Quebec City averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 5°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Boston receives approximately 116 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Quebec City sees 50 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Quebec City the drier option by 7 rain days and 66 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 7°C, lows of -2°C, 11 rain days
Highs of 12°C, lows of 0°C, 4 rain days
Pack for both: a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Boston | Quebec City | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 2°C | 10d | 2°C | 3d |
| Feb | 3°C | 9d | 6°C | 3d |
| Mar | 7°C | 11d | 12°C | 4d |
| Apr | 14°C | 11d | 18°C | 5d |
| May | 19°C | 11d | 22°C | 6d |
| Jun | 25°C | 10d | 23°C | 6d |
| Jul | 28°C | 10d | 22°C | 6d |
| Aug | 27°C | 9d | 18°C | 5d |
| Sep | 23°C | 8d | 12°C | 4d |
| Oct | 16°C | 10d | 6°C | 3d |
| Nov | 10°C | 10d | 2°C | 3d |
| Dec | 5°C | 11d | 1°C | 3d |
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