Temperatures in March
It's cool to moderate in March in Washington D.C. with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 9°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Washington D.C. in March. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Washington D.C. with cool temperatures, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights close to 2°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature rises to around 16°C, with nights close to 5°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Washington D.C. will be around 18°C, with nights close to 7°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in March
In March, there is an average of 55 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 2,7 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 23% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in March for Washington D.C.. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Washington D.C. in March |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
15°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
20°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
9°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
55 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
2,7 cm | 1,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is March a good time to visit Washington D.C.?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then March isn’t the best time to be in Washington D.C.. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Washington D.C. in March
With 29°C, Washington D.C. hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -8°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -17°C to a high of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Washington D.C.
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Washington D.C., measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in March in Washington D.C.
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Daily Precipitation in March in Washington D.C.
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Washington D.C., measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Washington D.C..
Daily Snowfall in March in Washington D.C.
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Washington D.C., measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV Index in March in Washington D.C.
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Washington D.C., with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Washington D.C. Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Washington D.C., measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Washington D.C. Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Washington D.C., measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Washington D.C. per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Washington D.C., measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in March for Washington D.C.
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Weather experiences in March in Washington D.C.
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The weather in Washington in March was mixed. Cold morning but warm day. Some rain, but also some sunshine. Good for sightseeing, but not beach weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Washington D.C. by Month
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