March weather forecast
Keene, NH

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Weather in March

March in Keene brings a welcome warming trend while keeping the winter spirit slightly alive. When comparing to February, a notable rise in both the maximum and minimum temperature is observed, with peaks reaching up to 39.4°F (4.1°C). Cloud coverage slightly diminishes, permitting an increased number of sunshine hours. Rainfall continues its upward trajectory while the frequency of snowfall decreases, gradually washing away the winter remnants. The journey towards a consistently warmer weather pattern becomes evident as March progresses, providing a glimmer of spring.

Temperature

Keene, New Hampshire, in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In Keene, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Keene, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:14 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 5.7h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, in Keene, the average high-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Keene?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In Keene, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Keene, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Keene, New Hampshire, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Keene have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Keene, NH

Average temperature in March - Keene, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°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: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Keene, NH

Average pressure in March - Keene, NH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Keene, NH

Average wind speed in March - Keene, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Keene, NH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Keene, NH

Average rainfall in March - Keene, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Keene, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Keene, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Keene, NH

Average snowfall in March - Keene, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Keene, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Keene, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Keene, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Keene, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Keene, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Keene, NH

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Keene, NH

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Keene, NH

Average visibility in March - Keene, 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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