March weather forecast
Chester, NH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Chester, New Hampshire, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and max 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a still wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). The nighttime temperature in Chester, during March, averages of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Chester, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.4 rainfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chester are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. In Chester, New Hampshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Chester, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chester 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Chester?

In March, in Chester, the average high-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chester?

In Chester, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Chester in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Chester in March?

In Chester, in March, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length in Chester, New Hampshire, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Chester?

On the first day of March in Chester, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 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 in Chester, 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Chester, New Hampshire, is 5.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Chester?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Chester, NH

Average temperature in March - Chester, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in March
Chester, NH

Average pressure in March - Chester, NH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Chester, NH

Average wind speed in March - Chester, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Chester, NH

Average humidity in March - Chester, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Chester, NH

Average rainfall in March - Chester, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Chester, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Chester, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Chester, NH

Average snowfall in March - Chester, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Chester, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Chester, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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, NH

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chester, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Chester, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chester, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
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, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Chester, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Chester, NH

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

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

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