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United States of America Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the United States of America in March.

Are you planning a trip a to the United States of America in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the United States of America in March

The United States of America offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In March, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Point Barrow at -18°C (0°F) and warm in Rio Grande City at 28°C (82°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Rio Grande City and -24°C (-11°F) in Point Barrow.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Las Cruces with an average of 2.3 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Mount Rainier National Park with 539 mm (21 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. New York City typically receives 213 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the United States of America by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the United States of America - and find the best time to visit. (based on New York City)

Best Places to Visit in the United States of America in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the United States of America.

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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).

Popular Destinations in the United States of America

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the United States of America?

Temperature range in the United States of America (March)

Precipitation variation in the United States of America (March)

New York City

In March New York City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
213 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Kissimmee

In March Kissimmee generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
240 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Orlando

In March Orlando generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Los Angeles

In March Los Angeles generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
275 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Destin

In March Destin generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the United States of America.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the United States of America in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New York City 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Los Angeles 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Miami 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Sedona 19°C (66°F) 4°C (39°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Houston 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Las Vegas 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 4.8 mm (0.2 in)

The United States of America weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the United States of America in March?

Expect less favorable weather across the United States of America in March. The popular destination of New York City averages 10°C (50°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the United States of America in March?

Average temperatures in the United States of America during March range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in New York City.

Does the United States of America get a lot of rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in the United States of America. Average rainfall in New York City sits around 101 mm (4 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit the United States of America?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to the United States of America with often less favorable weather in New York City.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September offering mostly excellent weather in New York City. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the United States of America.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America.

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