March weather forecast
Pelham, NH

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Weather in March

March sees an evident shift in weather as the cold of winter begins to relent. With average high temperatures lifting to 42.1°F (5.6°C) and lows to 28.6°F (-1.9°C), it is significantly warmer than February. There is a decline in snowfall to 4.29" (109mm) across 7.1 days as March introduces the first signs of spring to Pelham. The daylight hours extend to 12 hours, signifying longer and warmer days ahead. Despite the transition, the rainfall of 2.56" (65mm) spread over approximately 11.8 days indicates the variable weather prevalent during this phase.

Temperature

March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C) in February to a still cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). In Pelham, March nights cool down to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In Pelham, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pelham, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pelham, during March, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow. In Pelham, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.9 days and aggregates up to 20.94" (532mm) of snow.

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 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 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 Pelham, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Pelham, 42.1°F (5.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Pelham, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Pelham, in March, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pelham, NH

Average temperature in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Pelham, NH

Average pressure in March - Pelham, 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
Pelham, NH

Average wind speed in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Pelham, NH

Average humidity in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Pelham, NH

Average rainfall in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Pelham, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pelham, NH

Average snowfall in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pelham, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pelham, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pelham, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Pelham, NH

Average UV index in March - Pelham, 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
Pelham, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Pelham, NH

Average visibility in March - Pelham, NH
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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