March weather forecast
Chesterfield, SC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chesterfield, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) in February to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). Chesterfield reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Chesterfield, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.5 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Chesterfield aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.9 snowfall days, and 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Chesterfield, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:41 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 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chesterfield in March?

Chesterfield in March has an average high-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chesterfield?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Chesterfield aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Chesterfield?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Chesterfield have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average temperature in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average pressure in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average wind speed in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average humidity in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average rainfall in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and October (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average snowfall in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average UV index in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Chesterfield, SC

Average visibility in March - Chesterfield, SC
  • 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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