March weather forecast
Northwood, NH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Northwood, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Northwood's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) in February to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). In March, Northwood encounters an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) during the night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Northwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Northwood, in March, during 10 snowfall days, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.9 snowfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:10 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 Northwood, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Northwood experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Northwood, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout March, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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

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 Northwood have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What are the months with 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?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Northwood, NH

Average temperature in March - Northwood, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Northwood, NH

Average pressure in March - Northwood, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Northwood, NH

Average wind speed in March - Northwood, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Northwood, NH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Northwood, NH

Average rainfall in March - Northwood, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Northwood, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Northwood, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Northwood, NH

Average snowfall in March - Northwood, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Northwood, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Northwood, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Northwood, 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 0min).

  • 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Northwood, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Northwood, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Northwood, NH

Average UV index in March - Northwood, 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
Northwood, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Northwood, 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 33).

Average visibility in March
Northwood, NH

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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