March weather forecast
Strafford, NH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Strafford, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39°F (3.9°C) and min 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in February to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Strafford, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Strafford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Strafford, in March, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.51" (140mm) of snow. In Strafford, New Hampshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.5 days and aggregates up to 32.6" (828mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March 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

The average sunshine in March 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Strafford, records 39°F (3.9°C), while the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Strafford?

In Strafford, New Hampshire, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Strafford, in March, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Strafford?

In March, 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 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 Strafford?

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 Strafford?

In Strafford, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March
Strafford, NH

Average temperature in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°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: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Strafford, NH

Average pressure in March - Strafford, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Strafford, NH

Average wind speed in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Strafford, NH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Strafford, NH

Average rainfall in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Strafford, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Strafford, NH

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Strafford, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Strafford, 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
Strafford, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Strafford, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
Strafford, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Strafford, 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
Strafford, NH

Average visibility in March - Strafford, 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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