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Arlington Weather in March

March in Arlington brings moderate temperatures around 13°C (55°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Arlington in March

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of rain, with 79 mm (3.1 in) average for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Arlington in March

March in Arlington brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights fall to 2°C (36°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Arlington in March

With approximately 205 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

Wind Speed in Arlington in March

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in March. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April typically offers the best circumstances for Arlington.

Arlington Temperature in March

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
58% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
205 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
55% *
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (6 KM, 3 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Arlington in March

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in March, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Arlington in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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