March weather forecast
Goffstown, NH

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Weather in March

March signals the advent of spring for Goffstown with temperatures beginning to climb and snowfall notably decreasing to an average of 4.17" (106mm). The onset of spring also brings increased daylight and sunshine hours, although the presence of clouds is still pronounced. Compared to February, rainfall increases rendering the ground soggy, as March is one month of transition from winter to spring.

Temperature

In Goffstown, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a still wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). During March, Goffstown consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Goffstown, New Hampshire, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Goffstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Goffstown, in March, during 8.8 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Goffstown, New Hampshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 42 days and aggregates up to 25.83" (656mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Goffstown, 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 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 Goffstown, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Goffstown, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Goffstown, in March, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

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 in Goffstown, sunrise is at 6:20 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 many hours of sunshine does Goffstown have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Goffstown, NH

Average temperature in March - Goffstown, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.3°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 (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Goffstown, NH

Average pressure in March - Goffstown, 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
Goffstown, NH

Average wind speed in March - Goffstown, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Goffstown, NH

Average humidity in March - Goffstown, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Goffstown, NH

Average rainfall in March - Goffstown, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Goffstown, NH

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Goffstown, NH

Average snowfall in March - Goffstown, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Goffstown, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Goffstown, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Goffstown, 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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Goffstown, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Goffstown, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Goffstown, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Goffstown, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Goffstown, 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 34).

Average visibility in March
Goffstown, NH

Average visibility in March - Goffstown, 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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