March weather forecast
Chestertown, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chestertown, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Chestertown, New York, observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of March, adjusting from February's subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Chestertown, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chestertown, there are 160 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chestertown. In Chestertown, in March, during 15.2 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chestertown, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.6 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Chestertown is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Chestertown, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:21 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 4.8h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Chestertown. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
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. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Chestertown?

In Chestertown, in March, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chestertown?

In March, the average relative humidity in Chestertown, New York, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March in Chestertown?

In Chestertown, New York, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Chestertown?

In March, in Chestertown, New York, it is snowing for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Chestertown?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Chestertown, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:21 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 in Chestertown, New York, 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, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chestertown?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Chestertown.

What is the UV index reading in March in Chestertown?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Chestertown, NY

Average temperature in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Chestertown, NY

Average pressure in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Chestertown, NY

Average wind speed in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Chestertown, NY

Average humidity in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Chestertown, NY

Average rainfall in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in March
Chestertown, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Chestertown, NY

Average snowfall in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Chestertown, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20 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
Chestertown, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chestertown, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chestertown, NY

Average UV index in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Chestertown, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in March
Chestertown, NY

Average visibility in March - Chestertown, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August and September (4mi).

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