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
As Chester transitions into March, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C) in February to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). An average temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is recorded during the nights in March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Chester, Iowa, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.6 days and collects up to 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chester, Iowa. In Chester, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.5 snowfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:35 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 is 5.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in March in Chester?
How many days does it rain in March in Chester?
How many days does it snow in March in Chester?
How many hours of daylight does Chester have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Chester?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Chester?
How long on average sun shines in March in Chester?
How high is the UV index in March in Chester?
Average temperature in March
Chester, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Chester, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Chester, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Chester, IA
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Chester, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
Chester, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Chester, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.07"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Chester, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chester, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chester, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Chester, IA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Chester, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Chester, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).
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