March weather forecast
Bristol, NH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Bristol, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Bristol, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.6 rainfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bristol, in March, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 6.14" (156mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.6 snowfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Bristol is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Bristol experiences an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Bristol, in March, during 13 snowfall days, 6.14" (156mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in March?

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 6:22 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 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 Bristol, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bristol is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Bristol, NH

Average temperature in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Bristol, NH

Average pressure in March - Bristol, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bristol, NH

Average wind speed in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Bristol, NH

Average humidity in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Bristol, NH

Average rainfall in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Bristol, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bristol, NH

Average snowfall in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bristol, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bristol, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bristol, NH

Average UV index in March - Bristol, 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
Bristol, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Bristol, NH

Average visibility in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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