March weather forecast
Chester, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Chester, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The embrace of March brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a still wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). Chester anticipates an average minimum temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In Chester, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Chester, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chester are January through May, October through December. In Chester, Massachusetts, in March, during 10.4 snowfall days, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chester, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.3 days and aggregates up to 34.45" (875mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Chester is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:17 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, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Chester?

Chester in March has an average high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chester?

The average relative humidity in March in Chester is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Chester?

In Chester, Massachusetts, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Chester in March?

In March, in Chester, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Chester?

The average day length in March in Chester, Massachusetts, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Chester?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:17 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 many hours of sunshine does Chester have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Chester, Massachusetts, is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chester?

The months with the lowest UV index in Chester are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Chester?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chester, MA

Average temperature in March - Chester, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Chester, MA

Average pressure in March - Chester, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Chester, MA

Average wind speed in March - Chester, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Chester, MA

Average humidity in March - Chester, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Chester, MA

Average rainfall in March - Chester, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in March
Chester, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Chester, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Chester, MA

Average snowfall in March - Chester, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Chester, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Chester, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chester, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chester, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Chester, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chester, MA

Average UV index in March - Chester, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Chester, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Chester, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Chester, MA

Average visibility in March - Chester, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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