Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C) in February to a still wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). During the nights in March, Salem experiences a consistent average temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).Humidity
In Salem, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Salem, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated 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 Salem. In March, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.9 days and aggregates up to 20.94" (532mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
The month with the coldest seawater in Salem, New Hampshire, is March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Note: In terms of swimming, this condition is dangerously life-threatening. Water temperatures cause sharp pain and provoke immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to alleviate thermal damage.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 Salem, 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 in Salem. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Is March cold?
What is the average humidity in March?
How much does it rain in March?
How much does it snow in March?
When is the ocean coldest?
What is the ocean temperature in March?
How many hours of daylight does Salem have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How many hours of sunshine does Salem have in March?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in March in Salem?
Average temperature in March
Salem, 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
Salem, 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
Salem, 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
Salem, 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
Salem, 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
Salem, 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
Salem, 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
Salem, 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 sea temperature in March
Salem, NH
- Average sea temperature in March: 38.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Salem, 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
Salem, 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
Salem, 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
Salem, 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
Salem, 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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