March weather forecast
Chester, Canada

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chester, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min -2.8°C (27°F) and max 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Temperature

Shifting into March, Chester records an average high-temperature of an icy 2.4°C (36.3°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Chester's temperature tends to fall to an average low of -2.8°C (27°F) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Chester, Canada, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Chester, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chester, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 861mm (33.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Chester. In Chester, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of snow. Throughout the year, in Chester, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Chester, Canada, are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 1.1°C (34°F).
Note: For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

Daylight

In Chester, Canada, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:05 pm AST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:43 pm ADT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from ADT to AST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Chester in March?
In March, in Chester, the average high-temperature is 2.4°C (36.3°F), and the average low-temperature is -2.8°C (27°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Chester?
The average relative humidity in March in Chester, Canada, is 81%.
How much does it rain in Chester in March?
In Chester, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in March in Chester?
In Chester, Canada, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of snow.
What months are the sea coldest in Chester?
February and March, with an average sea temperature of 1.1°C (34°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
What is the sea temperature in March in Chester?
In Chester, Canada, in March, the average water temperature is 1.1°C (34°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.
How many hours of daylight does Chester have in March?
In March, the average day length in Chester, Canada, is 11h and 57min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Chester?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:05 pm AST. On the last day of the month, in Chester, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:43 pm ADT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Chester?
On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Chester, Canada, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.
How long on average sun shines in March in Chester?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Chester is 5.1h.
What is the UV index reading in March in Chester?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Chester, Canada, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 2.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -2.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-5.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 20.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

Average humidity in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (38mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 99mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (113mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in March: 1.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (1.1°C).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Chester, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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