Washington D. C. in march: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Washington D. C. in march 2025
The weather in Washington D. C. in the month of march comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for the whole month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout march
very bad weather 147.9cm
Weather at 6am
41°F
Clear/Sunny
36% of time
27%
13%
8%
Weather at 12pm
54°F
Clear/Sunny
37% of time
24%
20%
8%
Weather at 6pm
49°F
Clear/Sunny
38% of time
26%
13%
13%
Weather at 3am
41°F
37%
22%
14%
10%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Washington D. C. in march
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Washington D. C. in march.
The climate of Washington D. C. in march is very bad
In march in Washington D. C., the climate is wet (with 4.4in of precipitation over 6 days). Unfortunately, the weather conditions is worsening than the previous month since in february there is an average of 4.3in of rainfall over 6 days.
The climate is relatively cool in this location this month, but it is livable by dressing cosy. The thermometer averaged maximum of 56°F. In the morning the temperature drops to 41°F. Thus, the mean temperature average in march in Washington D. C. is 49°F. Note that these seasonal averages are in contrast with those observed in Washington D. C. in march with a maximum record of 83°F in 2012 and a minimum record of 11°F in 2009. You can expect to have about 8 days with temperatures below 32°F, or 26% of the month.
In march in Washington D. C., the days on average last 11:56. The sun rises at 06:19 and sunset is at 18:15.
Washington D. C.: another month?
If you can push back the dates of your trip, we advise you to go in april to Washington D. C.. more information
March: another location in the United States (USA)?
If you want to go to the United States (USA) in march, there are destinations with better weather than Washington D. C.:
In march, Miami (Florida), Phoenix (Arizona), Lake Havasu City and McAllen have perfect weather.
Furthermore, California, Louisiana, Dallas, Hawaii (Honolulu), Austin and Houston have good weather.
Finally, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Nashville, Amarillo (Texas), Arkansas and Laughlin have a tolerable climate, but better than Washington D. C..
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Washington D. C. in march
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are generated from the weather statements earlier years of the month of march.
| March | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 49°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 56°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 83°F (2012) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | 11°F (2009) | ||||
| Number of days at +86°F | 0 day(s) (0%) | ||||
| Number of days at +65°F | 6 day(s) (19%) | ||||
| Number of days at -32°F | 8 day(s) (26%) | ||||
| Sea temperature | |||||
| Average sea temperature | 47°F | ||||
| Lowest sea temperature | 44°F | ||||
| Highest sea temperature | 50°F | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 19km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 36°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 4.4in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (18%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 3.4in (2019) | ||||
| Snowfall | 147.9cm | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 81% | ||||
| Visibility | 8.91km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 44% | ||||
| UV index | 3 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 06:19 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 18:15 | ||||
| Length of day | 11:56 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in march | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad | ||||
How was the weather last march?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Washington D. C. in march 2024:
34°F to 50°F
41°F to 47°F
45°F to 63°F
47°F to 65°F
47°F to 56°F
52°F to 54°F
50°F to 61°F
49°F to 56°F
45°F to 56°F
45°F to 54°F
36°F to 52°F
41°F to 65°F
49°F to 67°F
50°F to 72°F
59°F to 72°F
45°F to 61°F
52°F to 63°F
41°F to 50°F
34°F to 50°F
40°F to 56°F
32°F to 47°F
32°F to 52°F
52°F to 54°F
32°F to 52°F
34°F to 52°F
36°F to 54°F
43°F to 52°F
47°F to 50°F
40°F to 58°F
41°F to 61°F
52°F to 67°F
Map: other cities in the United States (USA) in march
Cities near Washington D. C.:
| Maryland in march | very bad weather |
| Baltimore in march | very bad weather |
| Ocean City (Maryland) in march | bad weather |
| Wildwood in march | very bad weather |
| Philadelphia in march | very bad weather |
| Virginia in march | very bad weather |
| Atlantic City in march | very bad weather |
| Virginia Beach in march | bad weather |
| New Jersey in march | very bad weather |
| Pittsburgh in march | very bad weather |
| New York City in march | very bad weather |
| Brooklyn in march | very bad weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in march.
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Weather data for Washington D. C. in march:
Weather data for Washington D. C. for march are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Washington D. C.. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Washington D. C. can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Washington D. C..