March weather forecast
Mount Washington, NH

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Weather in March

March is a transitionary weather month in Mount Washington as the harsh winter starts to wane off. The month sees a noticeable increase in temperatures and daylight hours and the snow begins to soften and melt during this period. The weather patterns in March strike a balance between winter's icy grip and the coming spring warmth. With 32.5°F (0.3°C) as the highest temperature and 8.19" (208mm) of snowfall, March bears the last remnants of winter weather. One can expect to experience both the tail end of winter sports season and the hint of upcoming spring scenery.

Temperature

The arrival of March witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in February to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C). March nights in Mount Washington experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Washington, in March, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mount Washington, New Hampshire, there are 144.9 rainfall days, and 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Washington are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 19.2 days. Throughout March, 8.19" (208mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mount Washington, there are 116.2 snowfall days, and 68.07" (1729mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Mount Washington is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Mount Washington, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:11 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 Mount Washington, the average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

UV index

In Mount Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Mount Washington?

During March, Mount Washington experiences an average high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mount Washington?

In Mount Washington, New Hampshire, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How much does it rain in Mount Washington in March?

In Mount Washington, in March, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Mount Washington?

In Mount Washington, in March, during 19.2 snowfall days, 8.19" (208mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Mount Washington?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mount Washington?

On the first day of March in Mount Washington, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:11 pm EDT.

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

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 Mount Washington?

The average sunshine duration in March in Mount Washington is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Mount Washington?

In Mount Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average temperature in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average pressure in March - Mount Washington, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average wind speed in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average humidity in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average rainfall in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average snowfall in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mount Washington, NH

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in March
Mount Washington, NH

Average visibility in March - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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