District of Columbia Weather in March

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

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Washington

Are you planning a trip a to District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia in March

District of Columbia, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. March in District of Columbia generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Washington.

For a closer look at conditions across District of Columbia, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 75 mm (3 in) in Washington.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Washington enjoys about 205 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore District of Columbia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in District of Columbia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Washington)

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March13°C (55°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August31°C (88°F) September27°C (81°F) October20°C (68°F) November14°C (57°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in District of Columbia in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across District of Columbia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 District of Columbia

What is the weather like in March for the most popular destinonation in District of Columbia, the United States of America?

Washington

In March Washington generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

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March
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February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
205 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
excellent
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District of Columbia weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

District of Columbia, the United States of America typically experiences mixed weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Washington average around 13°C (55°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Washington peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in March, dropping to about 3°C (37°F) overnight.

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

March is on the drier side in District of Columbia, the United States of America. Washington averages only about 75 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to District of Columbia, the United States of America with often mixed weather in Washington.

Generally speaking, April and September provide excellent weather in Washington. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be less favorable.

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