March weather forecast
Arlington, VA

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Weather in March

March marks the onset of spring in Arlington, Virginia, offering warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours from the previous months. The city experiences an accelerated phase of transitioning weather patterns, embracing more rainfall but lesser snowfall than February. Emerging from the winter's grip, March also sees an increase in wind speed, which might require a light jacket when going outdoors. This time of the year records 37.2°F (2.9°C) in terms of the lowest temperature of this month.

Temperature

As March begins in Arlington, Virginia, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). During the nights in March, Arlington experiences a consistent average temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Arlington is 72%.

Rainfall

In Arlington, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Arlington, there are 149.1 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.1 snowfall days, in March, Arlington aggregates 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Arlington, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Arlington is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Arlington?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Arlington, is 53.2°F (11.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Arlington?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Arlington?

In March, in Arlington, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Arlington?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.1 snowfall days, in March, Arlington aggregates 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Arlington have in March?

The average day length in March in Arlington, Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Arlington?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Arlington, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Arlington?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Arlington, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Arlington have in March?

In Arlington, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Arlington?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Arlington, VA

Average temperature in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Arlington, VA

Average pressure in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Arlington, VA

Average wind speed in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Arlington, VA

Average humidity in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Arlington, VA

Average rainfall in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Arlington, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Arlington, VA

Average snowfall in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Arlington, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Arlington, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Arlington, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Arlington, VA

Average UV index in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Arlington, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Arlington, VA

Average visibility in March - Arlington, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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