March weather forecast
Strafford, NH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Strafford, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

March witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in February to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). During March, Strafford consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In Strafford, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Strafford, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Strafford, New Hampshire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Strafford, New Hampshire, are January through May, October through December. In Strafford, New Hampshire, during March, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Strafford, there are 46.5 snowfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Strafford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Strafford, sunrise is at 6:26 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 March, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Strafford in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Strafford, records 39°F (3.9°C), while the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Strafford?

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

How much does it rain in Strafford in March?

In March, in Strafford, New Hampshire, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Strafford?

In Strafford, New Hampshire, in March, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Strafford have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Strafford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Strafford, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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

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 Strafford?

The average sunshine duration in March in Strafford, New Hampshire, is 5.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Strafford?

In Strafford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Strafford, NH

Average temperature in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°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: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Strafford, NH

Average pressure in March - Strafford, 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
Strafford, NH

Average wind speed in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Strafford, NH

Average humidity in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Strafford, NH

Average rainfall in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Strafford, NH

Average rainfall days in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Strafford, NH

Average snowfall in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Strafford, NH

Average snowfall days in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Strafford, NH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Strafford, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Strafford, NH

Average sunshine days in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Strafford, NH

Average UV index in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
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
Strafford, NH

Average cloud cover in March - Strafford, NH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Strafford, NH

Average visibility in March - Strafford, 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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