March · United States
Best time to visit Washington DC in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Washington DC in March
Average temperature 8°C, 81 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.4/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 81 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Washington DC scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 81 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The National Mall lines up the Capitol, Smithsonian museums, and memorials within a walkable core.
March in Washington DC — middling scores, decent value
March averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 81 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.4/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 8.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? June scores 2.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Washington DC in March?
- In March, Washington DC averages 8°C, 81 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Washington DC?
- March earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Washington DC in March?
- Expect about 81 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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