March weather forecast
Washington, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Washington, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 68°F (20°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C) in February to a pleasant 68°F (20°C). An average nighttime temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) is witnessed in Washington throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Washington, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Washington, Mississippi, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Washington, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Washington is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Washington is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Washington?

During March, Washington experiences an average high-temperature of 68°F (20°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Washington?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Washington in March?

In Washington, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Washington?

March through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Washington in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Washington?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Washington?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Washington?

The average sunshine duration in March in Washington, Mississippi, is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Washington?

In Washington, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Washington, MS

Average temperature in March - Washington, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Washington, MS

Average pressure in March - Washington, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Washington, MS

Average wind speed in March - Washington, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Washington, MS

Average humidity in March - Washington, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Washington, MS

Average rainfall in March - Washington, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Washington, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Washington, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Washington, MS

Average snowfall in March - Washington, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Washington, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Washington, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Washington, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Washington, MS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Washington, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Washington, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Washington, MS

Average UV index in March - Washington, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Washington, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Washington, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Washington, MS

Average visibility in March - Washington, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).

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