Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in February to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C).Humidity
In Chesapeake, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chesapeake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.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, Chesapeake aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.3 snowfall days, and 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Chesapeake, the average seawater temperature in March is 47.1°F (8.4°C).Note: Staying in 47.1°F (8.4°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:26 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 6.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Chesapeake?
What is the average humidity in March?
How much does it rain in Chesapeake in March?
What is the last month it snows?
How cold is the water in March in Chesapeake?
What is the average length of the day in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How many hours of sunshine does Chesapeake have in March?
How high is the UV index in March?
Average temperature in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 54.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").
Average rainfall days in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average sea temperature in March: 47.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Chesapeake, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Chesapeake, VA
- 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).
Chesapeake, Virginia, USA
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