Virginia Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Virginia, South Africa in March.

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Planning a trip to Virginia, South Africa this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Virginia in March

Virginia, South Africa is a region in South Africa. March in Virginia generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Basye at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Hopewell at 17°C (63°F). At night it cools down to 4°C (39°F) in Hopewell and -2°C (28°F) in Basye.

To explore the conditions in Virginia, South Africa in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in New Market with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) to high snow/rainfall in Tazewell with 115 mm (4.5 in).

Average sunshine

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

Explore Virginia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Virginia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sterling)

January6°C (43°F) February6°C (43°F) March13°C (55°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August30°C (86°F) September27°C (81°F) October20°C (68°F) November13°C (55°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Virginia in March

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

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 Virginia

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Virginia, South Africa?

Temperature range in Virginia (March)

Precipitation variation in Virginia (March)

Sterling

In March Sterling generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
205 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Sterling →

Herndon

In March Herndon generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
205 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Herndon →

Manassas

In March Manassas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
205 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Manassas →

Sandston

In March Sandston generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
234 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Sandston →

Fairfax

In March Fairfax generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
205 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Fairfax →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Virginia in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sterling 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Herndon 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Manassas 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Sandston 16°C (61°F) 3°C (37°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Fairfax 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Tysons Corner 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Virginia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Virginia, South Africa in March?

Expect unpleasant weather across Virginia, South Africa in March. The popular destination of Sterling averages 13°C (55°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Virginia, South Africa in March?

Average temperatures in Virginia, South Africa during March range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 13°C (55°F) in Sterling.

Does Virginia, South Africa get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Virginia, South Africa. Sterling averages only about 78 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Virginia, South Africa?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Sterling, March may not be the ideal time to visit Virginia, South Africa.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Sterling. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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