March weather forecast
Reston, VA

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Reston, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature slightly increases from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). In March, the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Reston, Virginia, in March, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Reston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Reston, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Reston, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.9 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Reston is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Reston?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Reston, is 52.5°F (11.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Reston?

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

How much does it rain in Reston in March?

In Reston, during March, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Reston in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Reston?

In March, the average day length in Reston is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Reston?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Reston, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Reston?

In Reston, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Reston?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Reston, VA

Average temperature in March - Reston, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Reston, VA

Average pressure in March - Reston, 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
Reston, VA

Average wind speed in March - Reston, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Reston, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Reston, VA

Average rainfall in March - Reston, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Reston, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Reston, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Reston, VA

Average snowfall in March - Reston, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Reston, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Reston, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Reston, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Reston, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Reston, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Reston, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Reston, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Reston, VA

Average visibility in March - Reston, 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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