March weather forecast
Chestnut Hill, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chestnut Hill, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

As Chestnut Hill welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in February to a fresh 50°F (10°C). In March, Chestnut Hill records an average nighttime temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chestnut Hill, during March, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102.3 rainfall days, and 9.25" (235mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Chestnut Hill, in March, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chestnut Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.1 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Chestnut Hill is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 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 is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 50°F (10°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Chestnut Hill?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Chestnut Hill?

In March, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Chestnut Hill?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 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 many hours of sunshine does Chestnut Hill have in March?

In Chestnut Hill, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average pressure in March - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average wind speed in March - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average humidity in March - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average rainfall in March - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average snowfall in March - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chestnut Hill, 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: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average UV index in March - Chestnut Hill, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average visibility in March - Chestnut Hill, 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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