March weather forecast
Chester Gap, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Chester Gap, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Chester Gap, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

In Chester Gap, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Chester Gap, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Chester Gap, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:35 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

The average sunshine in March in Chester Gap is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Chester Gap is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chester Gap in March?

In Chester Gap, in March, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Chester Gap, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Chester Gap, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Chester Gap?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout March, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chester Gap have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:35 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Chester Gap, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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 Gap, VA

Average temperature in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average pressure in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average wind speed in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average humidity in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average rainfall in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average snowfall in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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 Gap, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average UV index in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Chester Gap, VA

Average visibility in March - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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