March weather forecastPelham, NH
March
Weather in March
March sees an evident shift in weather as the cold of winter begins to relent. With average high temperatures lifting to 42.1°F (5.6°C) and lows to 28.6°F (-1.9°C), it is significantly warmer than February. There is a decline in snowfall to 4.29" (109mm) across 7.1 days as March introduces the first signs of spring to Pelham. The daylight hours extend to 12 hours, signifying longer and warmer days ahead. Despite the transition, the rainfall of 2.56" (65mm) spread over approximately 11.8 days indicates the variable weather prevalent during this phase.Temperature
March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C) in February to a still cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). In Pelham, March nights cool down to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).Humidity
In Pelham, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Pelham, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pelham, during March, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow. In Pelham, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.9 days and aggregates up to 20.94" (532mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 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 Pelham, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. 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. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Pelham, NH
- Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Pelham, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Pelham, NH
- Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Pelham, NH
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Pelham, NH
- Average rainfall in March: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Pelham, NH
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Pelham, NH
- Average snowfall in March: 4.29"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Pelham, NH
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pelham, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Pelham, NH
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Pelham, NH
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Pelham, NH
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Pelham, NH
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).
