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Washington Weather in March

Washington in March sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F). Low rainfall is typical, with around 17 mm (0.7 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Washington in March

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 4 days of rain, with 17 mm (0.7 in) average for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Washington in March

March tends to be one of the perfect months in Washington, with 20°C (68°F) in the afternoon and 5°C (41°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, April, May, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Washington.

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Washington Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 17 mm (0.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  

Best Places in the United States of America in March

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Washington in March

Pleasant temperatures in March mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.

What To Do in Washington in March

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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