March weather forecast
West Swanzey, NH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in West Swanzey, New Hampshire, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.4°F (4.1°C) and min 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). West Swanzey, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Swanzey, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Swanzey, New Hampshire, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in West Swanzey, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 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 5.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Swanzey. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in West Swanzey?

The high-temperature, in March, in West Swanzey, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West Swanzey?

The average relative humidity in March in West Swanzey, New Hampshire, is 81%.

What is the driest month in West Swanzey?

March is the month with the least rainfall in West Swanzey. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in West Swanzey?

In West Swanzey, New Hampshire, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in West Swanzey?

In West Swanzey, New Hampshire, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Swanzey?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in West Swanzey?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in West Swanzey, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in West Swanzey, 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 West Swanzey have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in West Swanzey is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Swanzey?

The months with the lowest UV index in West Swanzey are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in West Swanzey?

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

Average temperature in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°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: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
West Swanzey, NH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average wind speed in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average humidity in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average rainfall in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average rainfall days in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average snowfall in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average snowfall days in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Swanzey, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average sunshine days in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average UV index in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
West Swanzey, NH

Average cloud cover in March - West Swanzey, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
West Swanzey, NH

Average visibility in March - West Swanzey, 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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