Montreal vs Quebec City

Montreal 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.

Montreal is on the cooler side at 3°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. Montreal receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Montreal reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -7°C (19°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 10°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 9°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.

Montreal receives approximately 73 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 23 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.