March weather forecast
Pelham, NH

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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

As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C) in February to a still icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pelham, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pelham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pelham are January through May, October through December. In March, in Pelham, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated. 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 in Pelham, New Hampshire, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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 UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Pelham in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Pelham, is 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pelham?

In Pelham, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Pelham in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pelham in March?

In March, in Pelham, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Pelham?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Pelham?

On the first day of March in Pelham, 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.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Pelham is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pelham?

The months with the lowest UV index in Pelham, New Hampshire, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Pelham?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pelham, New Hampshire, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pelham, NH

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).

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Average pressure in March
Pelham, NH

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Pelham, NH

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).

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Average humidity in March
Pelham, NH

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pelham, NH

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Pelham, NH

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Pelham, NH

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Pelham, NH

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).

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

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pelham, NH

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).

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Average UV index in March
Pelham, NH

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Pelham, NH

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).

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Average visibility in March
Pelham, NH

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).

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