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Chester-le-Street Weather in March

Chester-le-Street in March sees low temperatures, with highs around 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of 3°C (37°F). It's the driest month of the year, with very little rainfall to worry about.

Rainfall in Chester-le-Street in March

With the lowest rainfall figures of the year, conditions are ideal for exploring the outdoors, even if the temperatures require a jacket. Typically, about 17 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Chester-le-Street in March

Expect highs of 10°C (50°F) in Chester-le-Street in March, with nights dropping to around 3°C (37°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Chester-le-Street in March

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 114 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Chester-le-Street.

Chester-le-Street Temperature in March

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
53 mm (2.1 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
114 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Chester-le-Street in March

The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Chester-le-Street in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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