March weather forecastChester, MA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in Chester, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).Temperature
With the onset of March, Chester's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's icy 32.2°F (0.1°C) to a still cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). Chester, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Chester, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chester, in March, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow. 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 March, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
