March weather forecast
McLean, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in McLean, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). McLean's nights in March experience an average temperature drop to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

In McLean, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In McLean, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109 rainfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In McLean, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.3 snowfall days, and 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In McLean, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In McLean, 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.9°F (2.7°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In McLean, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In McLean, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does McLean have in March?

In McLean, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
McLean, VA

Average temperature in March - McLean, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
McLean, VA

Average pressure in March - McLean, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
McLean, VA

Average wind speed in March - McLean, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
McLean, VA

Average humidity in March - McLean, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
McLean, VA

Average rainfall in March - McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
McLean, VA

Average rainfall days in March - McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
McLean, VA

Average snowfall in March - McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McLean, VA

Average snowfall days in March - McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
McLean, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McLean, VA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
McLean, VA

Average sunshine days in March - McLean, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
McLean, VA

Average UV index in March - McLean, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
McLean, VA

Average cloud cover in March - McLean, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
McLean, VA

Average visibility in March - McLean, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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