March weather forecast
Chester, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chester, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). During the month of March, Chester anticipates a mean low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In Chester, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chester, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Chester, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Chester, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chester are 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Chester, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Chester, in March, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Chester, New Jersey, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chester have in March?

In Chester, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Chester, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Chester have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What are the months 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 Chester, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chester, NJ

Average temperature in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Chester, NJ

Average pressure in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chester, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

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

Average humidity in March
Chester, NJ

Average humidity in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Chester, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Chester, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chester, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chester, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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, NJ

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chester, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Chester, NJ

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Chester, NJ

Average visibility in March - Chester, NJ
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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