March weather forecast
Chester, NH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chester, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

Chester's weather in March shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from February's icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a still cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). Chester observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Chester, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.4 rainfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chester, during March, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.1 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 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 5.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Chester, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Chester?

In Chester, in March, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chester have in March?

In Chester, 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 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Chester, 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 Chester have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Chester, NH

Average temperature in March - Chester, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
Chester, NH

Average pressure in March - Chester, NH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chester, NH

Average wind speed in March - Chester, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Chester, NH

Average humidity in March - Chester, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Chester, NH

Average rainfall in March - Chester, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Chester, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Chester, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chester, NH

Average snowfall in March - Chester, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chester, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Chester, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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, NH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chester, NH
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chester, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Chester, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Chester, NH

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

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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Chester, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Chester, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Chester, NH

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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