March weather forecast
Chesapeake, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chesapeake, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). March nights are marked by an average temperature drop to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Chesapeake, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Chesapeake, in March, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.4 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chesapeake, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Chesapeake, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 14.65" (372mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Chesapeake, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Chesapeake, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Chesapeake, 52.3°F (11.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Chesapeake, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Chesapeake, in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Chesapeake?

In Chesapeake, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chesapeake have in March?

In Chesapeake, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:48 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average temperature in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average pressure in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average wind speed in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average humidity in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average rainfall in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average snowfall in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average UV index in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Chesapeake, WV

Average visibility in March - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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