March weather forecast
Arlington, WA

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Large iconic Arlington Memorial Bridge over the vast Potomac River in Washington, mirror images of the iconic Lincoln Memorial
Large iconic Arlington Memorial Bridge over the vast Potomac River in Washington, mirror images of the iconic Lincoln Memorial

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a chilly month in Arlington, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of March, Arlington's high-temperatures register at a still frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Arlington, in March, during 20.9 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arlington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.6 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Arlington, during March, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.6 snowfall days, and 9.61" (244mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Arlington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:38 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

In Arlington, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Arlington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and a low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Arlington, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Arlington, in March, it is raining for 20.9 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Arlington, in March, during 2.1 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Arlington?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:38 pm PDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Arlington have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in March
Arlington, WA

Average temperature in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (33.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Arlington, WA

Average pressure in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Arlington, WA

Average wind speed in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Arlington, WA

Average humidity in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Arlington, WA

Average rainfall in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Arlington, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Arlington, WA

Average snowfall in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Arlington, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Arlington, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arlington, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Arlington, WA

Average UV index in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Arlington, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Arlington, WA

Average visibility in March - Arlington, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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