March weather forecast
Thornton, NH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Thornton, New Hampshire, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.4°F (-7°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C). An average low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C) is noted in Thornton during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Thornton, New Hampshire, is 87%.

Rainfall

In Thornton, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126 days and collects up to 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Thornton, in March, snow falls for 17 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow. In Thornton, during the entire year, snow falls for 91.5 days and aggregates up to 21.85" (555mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thornton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:12 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 in Thornton, New Hampshire, is 4.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. 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. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Thornton?

March temperatures in Thornton, New Hampshire, vary between a high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Thornton?

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March in Thornton?

In Thornton, New Hampshire, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Thornton in March?

In Thornton, New Hampshire, in March, during 17 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Thornton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Thornton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Thornton, New Hampshire, 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 Thornton have in March?

In Thornton, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Thornton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Thornton, NH

Average temperature in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Thornton, NH

Average pressure in March - Thornton, 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
Thornton, NH

Average wind speed in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Thornton, NH

Average humidity in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Thornton, NH

Average rainfall in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Thornton, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Thornton, NH

Average snowfall in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Thornton, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Thornton, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Thornton, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Thornton, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in March
Thornton, NH

Average visibility in March - Thornton, NH
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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