Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
In March, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C) in February to a still cold 41°F (5°C). In March, Amherst experiences an average nighttime temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
In Amherst, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Amherst, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Amherst are January through May, October through December. In Amherst, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.3 snowfall days, and 26.42" (671mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Amherst is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Amherst, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:12 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 Amherst, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Amherst in March?
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How many days does it rain in March in Amherst?
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How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Amherst?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Amherst?
How many hours of sunshine does Amherst have in March?
When is the lowest UV index in Amherst?
What is the UV index reading in March in Amherst?
Average temperature in March
Amherst, NH
- Average high temperature in March: 41°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Amherst, NH
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Amherst, NH
- Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Amherst, NH
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Amherst, NH
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in March
Amherst, NH
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Amherst, NH
- Average snowfall in March: 4.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Amherst, NH
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Amherst, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Amherst, NH
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Amherst, NH
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Amherst, NH
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Amherst, 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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