March weather forecast
Chestertown, MD

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Weather in March

March sees a decisive shift in the weather as Chestertown starts to shake off the winter chill. The shift exhibits itself in temperatures soaring to a high of 50°F (10°C) and reaching a bearable low of 36.9°F (2.7°C). Additionally, rainfall gets a notch heavier with 0.87" (22mm) spread across an average of 9.8 days. As the snow makes way for rain, the diminishing cold is accompanied by a proportional increase in daylight hours. Yet, the unpredictability of March weather keeps everyone on their toes as hints of spring intermingle with lingering winter chills.

Temperature

As March begins in Chestertown, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Throughout the month of March, Chestertown reports a steady low-temperature average of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Chestertown, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chestertown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.5 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Chestertown. March is the last month it regularly snows in Chestertown. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Chestertown aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Chestertown, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Chestertown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Chestertown, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Chestertown, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chestertown in March?

Chestertown in March has an average high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What are the least humid months in Chestertown?

The months with the lowest humidity in Chestertown, Maryland, are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March in Chestertown?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Chestertown?

In Chestertown, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Chestertown?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Chestertown. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Chestertown aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chestertown have in March?

In Chestertown, Maryland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Chestertown?

On the first day of March in Chestertown, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Chestertown have in March?

In Chestertown, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Chestertown?

In Chestertown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chestertown, MD

Average temperature in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Chestertown, MD

Average pressure in March - Chestertown, 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
Chestertown, MD

Average wind speed in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Chestertown, MD

Average humidity in March - Chestertown, 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, March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Chestertown, MD

Average rainfall in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Chestertown, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Chestertown, MD

Average snowfall in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Chestertown, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chestertown, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chestertown, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chestertown, MD

Average UV index in March - Chestertown, 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
Chestertown, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Chestertown, MD

Average visibility in March - Chestertown, 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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