March weather forecast
Chester, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chester, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there is a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in February to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). In March, Chester reports a consistent average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.4 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chester are January through May, October through December. In Chester, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Chester, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.6 days and aggregates up to 19.49" (495mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Chester, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Chester, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Chester, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Chester, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Chester?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Chester, is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chester?

In Chester, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Chester?

In Chester, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Chester in March?

In Chester, South Dakota, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Chester?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Chester?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Chester, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. 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 in Chester, South Dakota, is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Chester?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Chester, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Chester, SD

Average temperature in March - Chester, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Chester, SD

Average pressure in March - Chester, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chester, SD

Average wind speed in March - Chester, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Chester, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Chester, SD

Average rainfall in March - Chester, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Chester, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Chester, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chester, SD

Average snowfall in March - Chester, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chester, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Chester, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 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, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chester, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Chester, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Chester, SD

Average UV index in March - Chester, SD
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Chester, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Chester, SD

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

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

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