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 sea temperature 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 onset of March, Chesterton's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from February's icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). During March, Chesterton experiences an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) at night.Humidity
In Chesterton, Indiana, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Chesterton, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.2 rainfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, in Chesterton, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Chesterton, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.9 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 37.4°F (3°C), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: When swimming, this is deemed life-endangering and extremely risky. The painful cold water instigates fast-paced hyperventilation. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is necessary to lessen thermal harm.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:12 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
The average sunshine in March is 6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chesterton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
Is March cold in Chesterton?
What is the average humidity in March in Chesterton?
How many days does it rain in March in Chesterton?
How much does it snow in Chesterton in March?
What are the months with the coldest ocean in Chesterton?
What is the water temperature in March in Chesterton?
What is the average length of the day in March in Chesterton?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Chesterton?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Chesterton?
How long on average sun shines in March in Chesterton?
What is the UV index reading in March in Chesterton?
Average temperature in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average rainfall in March: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.14").
Average rainfall days in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average snowfall in March: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average sea temperature in March: 37°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (37°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Chesterton, IN
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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