March weather forecast
Gilford, NH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Gilford, New Hampshire, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°F (3.1°C) and min 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gilford, in March, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.77" (172mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.5 snowfall days, and 40.47" (1028mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gilford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:11 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 5.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Gilford in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Gilford is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Gilford, New Hampshire, during March, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:11 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Gilford?

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 many hours of sunshine does Gilford have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is 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 reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Gilford, NH

Average temperature in March - Gilford, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Gilford, NH

Average pressure in March - Gilford, 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
Gilford, NH

Average wind speed in March - Gilford, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

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

Average humidity in March
Gilford, NH

Average humidity in March - Gilford, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

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

Average rainfall in March
Gilford, NH

Average rainfall in March - Gilford, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Gilford, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Gilford, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gilford, NH

Average snowfall in March - Gilford, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gilford, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Gilford, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gilford, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gilford, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Gilford, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Gilford, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Gilford, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Gilford, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Gilford, NH

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

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

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