Washington weather in March (Pennsylvania, United States of America)
What can you expect from the weather in Washington during March? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In March, Washington typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 10°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -2°C.
Washington in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 13 days.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 156 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Washington. May, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Washington climate page with graphs.
Washington, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
-2°C
Max Temperature
10°C
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
82 mm
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
156 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
42% *
Where to go in the United States of America in March
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Washington in March?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.
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