March weather forecastWashington, VA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Washington, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.3°F (10.7°C) and min 33.4°F (0.8°C).Temperature
March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). During March, Washington witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).Humidity
In Washington, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.8 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Washington, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.UV index
In Washington, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Washington, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Washington, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Washington, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Washington, VA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Washington, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in March
Washington, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Washington, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.56"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Washington, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Washington, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Washington, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Washington, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Washington, 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 31).
Average visibility in March
Washington, VA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, September, October and December (5mi).
