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Washington DC weather in March

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Washington DC March weather at a glance

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In March, Washington DC averages 9.4°C, with typical highs of 15.4°C and lows of 4.2°C. The historical average is 9 wet days and 62% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in March, it is 4.2°C warmer than Seoul, with a similar number of wet days.

Washington DC March temperature & humidity

Average9.4°CHigh 15.4° / low 4.2°
Humidity62%
Wet days9 days29% of days
Day–night range11.2°

Washington DC March rain & wet days

Wet days9 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days29%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Washington DC in March

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. The typical day-to-night swing is about 11°C, so bring an extra layer. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 15.4°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low 4.2°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light jacket or cardiganLong-sleeve topsCompact umbrella
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Washington DC March sunrise & sunset times

2026 March · Local time (America/New_York)

Sunrise on the 15th07:19
Sunset on the 15th19:15
Daylight duration11h 56m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-03-0106:4018:0111h 21m
2026-03-1507:1919:1511h 56m
2026-03-3106:5419:3112h 37m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Washington DC

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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March weather by year

March 20249°11 wet days, 65% humidity
March 20259.9°7 wet days, 59% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

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22°-6°
35°-4°
414°0°
515°11°39mm
611°3°
711°0°
88°3°
914°-1°
1017°2°
1120°3°
1217°6°
1314°4°
1413°3°
1517°7°
1622°11°2.8mm
1716°5°7.1mm
1816°2°
1921°5°
2022°8°6mm
2113°2°
2218°5°
2313°1°1.6mm
2418°7°3.2mm
2517°7°
2611°5°
2714°0°
2823°5°
2927°15°
3027°17°
3129°17°16mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Washington DC weather like in March?

In March, Washington DC averages 9.4°C, with typical highs of 15.4°C and lows of 4.2°C. The historical average is 9 wet days and 62% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is fair.

Does it rain a lot in Washington DC in March?

There are about 9 wet days in March. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Washington DC in March?

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. The typical day-to-night swing is about 11°C, so bring an extra layer. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

What are the best months to visit Washington DC?

Recent weather data rates April, August, October among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Washington DC weather in March in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Washington DC in March?

On 2026-03-15, calculated sunrise is 07:19 and sunset is 19:15 in local time (America/New_York). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations