March weather forecast
West McLean, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West McLean, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). West McLean experiences an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) in month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In West McLean, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West McLean, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West McLean, Virginia, are January through April, November and December. In March, in West McLean, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. In West McLean, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West McLean, Virginia, the average length of the day in March 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

The average sunshine in March in West McLean is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in West McLean is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in West McLean?

West McLean in March has an average high-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West McLean?

In West McLean, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in West McLean in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in West McLean in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in West McLean?

In West McLean, Virginia, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in West McLean?

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

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 West McLean have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in West McLean is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in West McLean?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in West McLean, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
West McLean, VA

Average temperature in March - West McLean, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°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 (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
West McLean, VA

Average pressure in March - West McLean, 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
West McLean, VA

Average wind speed in March - West McLean, 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
West McLean, VA

Average humidity in March - West McLean, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
West McLean, VA

Average rainfall in March - West McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
West McLean, VA

Average rainfall days in March - West McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West McLean, VA

Average snowfall in March - West McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
West McLean, VA

Average snowfall days in March - West McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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
West McLean, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West McLean, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West McLean, VA

Average sunshine days in March - West McLean, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
West McLean, VA

Average UV index in March - West McLean, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
West McLean, VA

Average cloud cover in March - West McLean, 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
West McLean, VA

Average visibility in March - West McLean, 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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