March weather forecast
Chester, ID

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chester, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39°F (3.9°C) and min 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

Chester's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). Chester's nights in March experience an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.5 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Chester, in March, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.35" (136mm) of snow. In Chester, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.8 days and aggregates up to 41.93" (1065mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:52 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Chester is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 39°F (3.9°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Chester, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:52 pm MDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Chester, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Chester, ID

Average temperature in March - Chester, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Chester, ID

Average pressure in March - Chester, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chester, ID

Average wind speed in March - Chester, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Chester, ID

Average humidity in March - Chester, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in March
Chester, ID

Average rainfall in March - Chester, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Chester, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Chester, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chester, ID

Average snowfall in March - Chester, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chester, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Chester, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chester, ID
  • 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chester, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Chester, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Chester, ID

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Chester, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Chester, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Chester, ID

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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