March weather forecast
Chester, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Chester, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and an average low of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in February to a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C). The temperature in Chester, Maryland, lowers to an average of 37.8°F (3.2°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Chester, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chester, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Chester. In Chester, in March, during 2.1 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chester, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Chester, the average seawater temperature in March is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

In Chester, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Chester, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:28 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

In Chester, Maryland, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Chester?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Chester, is 50.4°F (10.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chester?

In Chester, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Chester?

In Chester, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Chester?

In March, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in March in Chester?

In Chester, Maryland, the average seawater temperature in March is 46°F (7.8°C). Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Chester have in March?

The average day length in March in Chester, Maryland, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Chester?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Chester, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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 in Chester?

In Chester, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Chester?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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March
Apr
Average high temperature
43.3°F 6.3°C
50.4°F 10.2°C
61.5°F 16.4°C
Average low temperature
31.5°F -0.3°C
37.8°F 3.2°C
48°F 8.9°C
Average pressure
30.07" 764mmHg
30.07" 764mmHg
29.99" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.9mph 17.5km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.8mph 27km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
16.4mph 26.4km/h
Average humidity
74%
74%
74%
Average rainfall
2.4" 61mm
2.6" 66mm
2.76" 70mm
Average rainfall days
10.9
13.7
15.3
Average snowfall
0.98" 25mm
1.26" 32mm
0.12" 3mm
Average snowfall days
3
2.1
0.1
Average sea temperature
45.1°F 7.3°C
46°F 7.8°C
51.5°F 10.8°C
Average daylight
10h 5min
12h 0min
13h 1min
Average sunshine
5h 0min
6h 5min
8h 5min
Average sunshine days
14.6
14.2
13.2
Average UV index
3
3
4
Average cloud cover
45%
45%
40%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Chester, MD

Average temperature in March - Chester, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Chester, MD

Average pressure in March - Chester, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Chester, MD

Average wind speed in March - Chester, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Chester, MD

Average humidity in March - Chester, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Chester, MD

Average rainfall in March - Chester, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Chester, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Chester, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Chester, MD

Average snowfall in March - Chester, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Chester, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Chester, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Chester, MD

Average sea temperature in March - Chester, MD
  • Average sea temperature in March: 46°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chester, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chester, MD
  • 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chester, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Chester, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chester, MD

Average UV index in March - Chester, MD
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Chester, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Chester, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Chester, MD

Average visibility in March - Chester, MD
  • 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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