March weather forecastChester, WV
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Chester, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average high of 47.3°F (8.5°C).Temperature
The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C) to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). During March, the nighttime temperature in Chester averages to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Chester is 79%.Rainfall
In March, in Chester, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chester, there are 161.5 rainfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chester. In Chester, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Chester, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.4 days and aggregates up to 13.39" (340mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Chester, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:46 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 in Chester is 5.3h.UV index
In Chester, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Chester, WV
- Average high temperature in March: 47.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Chester, WV
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"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).
Average wind speed in March
Chester, WV
- Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Chester, WV
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Chester, WV
- Average rainfall in March: 1.77"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.54").
Average rainfall days in March
Chester, WV
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Chester, WV
- Average snowfall in March: 2.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Chester, WV
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 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, WV
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chester, WV
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Chester, WV
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Chester, WV
- Average cloud cover in March: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Chester, WV
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
