March weather forecast
Bretton Woods, NH

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Weather in March

March brings along a palpable shift in weather conditions in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire from the frigid winter to a more.moderate spring season. Temperature rises up to 32.5°F (0.3°C), but remains below the freezing point. Snowfall perceivably decreases as compared to the preceding months, while rainfall days increase to 9.3 days, marking the onset of the thawing period. As the locality anticipates appreciable warmth in the following month, outdoor activities start to proliferate. Towards the end of March, there exists a distinct contrast between the weather conditions at the beginning and the end of the month.

Temperature

March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in February to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) is expected.

Humidity

In Bretton Woods, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

In Bretton Woods, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bretton Woods, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.5 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bretton Woods, in March, snow falls for 20.9 days, with typically accumulated 14.76" (375mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 120.8 snowfall days, and 97.17" (2468mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bretton Woods, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:12 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

The average sunshine in March is 3.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Bretton Woods, the average high-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Bretton Woods, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Bretton Woods, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 20.9 days. Throughout March, 14.76" (375mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:12 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 Bretton Woods, the average sunshine duration in March is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Bretton Woods, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average temperature in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average pressure in March - Bretton Woods, 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
Bretton Woods, NH

Average wind speed in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average humidity in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average rainfall in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average snowfall in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 14.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (17.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • 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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average UV index in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in March
Bretton Woods, NH

Average visibility in March - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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