March weather forecast
Chambersburg, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chambersburg, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout March, Chambersburg witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chambersburg, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chambersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Chambersburg, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Chambersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.8 days and aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Chambersburg, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Chambersburg, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chambersburg is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Chambersburg?

The high-temperature, in March, in Chambersburg, is 50.9°F (10.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chambersburg?

In March, the average relative humidity in Chambersburg, Illinois, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Chambersburg?

In Chambersburg, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Chambersburg?

In March, in Chambersburg, Illinois, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chambersburg have in March?

The average day length in March in Chambersburg is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Chambersburg?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Chambersburg, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Chambersburg, Illinois, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Chambersburg?

In Chambersburg, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Chambersburg?

In Chambersburg, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average temperature in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average pressure in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average wind speed in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average humidity in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average rainfall in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average snowfall in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average UV index in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Chambersburg, IL

Average visibility in March - Chambersburg, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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