March weather forecast
Chestertown, MD

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Weather in March

March sees a decisive shift in the weather as Chestertown starts to shake off the winter chill. The shift exhibits itself in temperatures soaring to a high of 50°F (10°C) and reaching a bearable low of 36.9°F (2.7°C). Additionally, rainfall gets a notch heavier with 0.87" (22mm) spread across an average of 9.8 days. As the snow makes way for rain, the diminishing cold is accompanied by a proportional increase in daylight hours. Yet, the unpredictability of March weather keeps everyone on their toes as hints of spring intermingle with lingering winter chills.

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a cool 50°F (10°C). In the month of March, Chestertown records a consistent average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Chestertown, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Chestertown aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 6.7h.

UV index

In Chestertown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chestertown in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Chestertown, records 50°F (10°C), while the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Chestertown, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Chestertown, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Chestertown aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Chestertown?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chestertown, MD

Average temperature in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Chestertown, MD

Average pressure in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Chestertown, MD

Average wind speed in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Chestertown, MD

Average humidity in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Chestertown, MD

Average rainfall in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Chestertown, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chestertown, MD

Average snowfall in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chestertown, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chestertown, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chestertown, MD
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chestertown, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Chestertown, MD

Average UV index in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Chestertown, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Chestertown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Chestertown, MD

Average visibility in March - Chestertown, MD
  • 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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