March weather forecast
Barnstead, NH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Barnstead, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). Barnstead encounters a steady low-temperature average of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, in Barnstead, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.2 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Barnstead, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated. In Barnstead, New Hampshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.5 days and aggregates up to 32.6" (828mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Barnstead, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 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 5.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Barnstead, the average high-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Barnstead, New Hampshire, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Barnstead, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Barnstead, in March, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Barnstead have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 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 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Barnstead, NH

Average temperature in March - Barnstead, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Barnstead, NH

Average pressure in March - Barnstead, NH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Barnstead, NH

Average wind speed in March - Barnstead, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Barnstead, NH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Barnstead, NH

Average rainfall in March - Barnstead, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Barnstead, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Barnstead, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Barnstead, NH

Average snowfall in March - Barnstead, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Barnstead, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Barnstead, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Barnstead, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

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
Barnstead, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Barnstead, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Barnstead, NH

Average UV index in March - Barnstead, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Barnstead, NH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Barnstead, NH

Average visibility in March - Barnstead, NH
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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