Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
With the transition into March, Chester experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Chester is 77%.Rainfall
In Chester, in March, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chester, Illinois, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Chester are January through April, October through December. In March, in Chester, Illinois, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16 snowfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Chester, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Chester, Illinois, is 6.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester, Illinois, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in March in Chester?
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Chester?
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How high is the UV index in March in Chester?
Average temperature in March
Chester, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 55.4°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 (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Chester, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Chester, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Chester, IL
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Chester, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in March
Chester, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Chester, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Chester, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chester, IL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chester, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Chester, IL
- Average UV index in March: 4
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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Chester, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Chester, IL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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