March weather forecast
Alstead, NH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Alstead, New Hampshire, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.7°F (3.7°C) and min 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). In March, Alstead reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Alstead, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and March Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:15 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 is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall in Alstead are January and March Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Alstead, in March, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Alstead, during March, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Alstead, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:15 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 March, the average sunshine duration in Alstead is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Alstead, NH

Average temperature in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Alstead, NH

Average pressure in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alstead, NH

Average wind speed in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Alstead, NH

Average humidity in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Alstead, NH

Average rainfall in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and March (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Alstead, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alstead, NH

Average snowfall in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alstead, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alstead, NH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alstead, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (16 days).

Average UV index in March
Alstead, NH

Average UV index in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Alstead, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Alstead, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Alstead, NH

Average visibility in March - Alstead, NH
  • 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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