March weather forecast
Washington, NH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Washington, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.9°F (2.7°C) and min 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

March sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). Washington encounters an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Washington, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Washington, in March, during 8.6 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.9 rainfall days, and 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Washington, in March, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.7 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:14 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 5.1h.

UV index

In Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Washington in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Washington, is 36.9°F (2.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Washington, New Hampshire, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Washington, during March, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:14 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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Washington is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Washington is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Washington, NH

Average temperature in March - Washington, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Washington, NH

Average pressure in March - Washington, NH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Washington, NH

Average wind speed in March - Washington, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Washington, NH

Average humidity in March - Washington, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Washington, NH

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Washington, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Washington, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Washington, NH

Average snowfall in March - Washington, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Washington, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Washington, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Washington, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Washington, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Washington, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Washington, NH

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Washington, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Washington, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Washington, NH

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and September (4mi).

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