March weather forecast
Chesterfield, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Chesterfield, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

Chesterfield's March weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). Throughout March, Chesterfield witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chesterfield, in March, during 13.4 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chesterfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Chesterfield is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Chesterfield, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Chesterfield experiences an average high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and a low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Chesterfield, in March, during 13.4 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Chesterfield, in March, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day 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 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Chesterfield, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Chesterfield, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average temperature in March - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Chesterfield, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average wind speed in March - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average humidity in March - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average rainfall in March - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average snowfall in March - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average UV index in March - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Chesterfield, 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 32).

Average visibility in March
Chesterfield, VA

Average visibility in March - Chesterfield, 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).

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