March weather forecast
Bristol, NH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bristol, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Bristol, New Hampshire, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.6 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bristol, in March, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 6.14" (156mm) of snow. In Bristol, New Hampshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.6 days and aggregates up to 35.98" (914mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Bristol is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Bristol, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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

In Bristol, the average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bristol, New Hampshire. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Bristol?

Bristol in March has an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bristol?

The average relative humidity in March in Bristol is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Bristol?

In Bristol, New Hampshire, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Bristol?

In Bristol, New Hampshire, in March, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Bristol?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:36 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 Bristol?

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

In Bristol, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bristol?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bristol, New Hampshire.

How high is the UV index in March in Bristol?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bristol is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bristol, NH

Average temperature in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bristol, NH

Average pressure in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Bristol, NH

Average wind speed in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bristol, NH

Average humidity in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

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

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Average rainfall in March
Bristol, NH

Average rainfall in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bristol, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bristol, NH

Average snowfall in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bristol, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bristol, 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: 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: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bristol, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Bristol, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bristol, NH

Average UV index in March - Bristol, 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 January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Bristol, NH

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in March
Bristol, NH

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

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

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