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New Hampshire Weather & Climate: the United States of America

Climate by month across New Hampshire, the United States of America, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of New Hampshire

Whether you're visiting New Hampshire in the United States of America during the peak of July (27°C (81°F)) or the cooler months around January (1°C (34°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Portsmouth, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In New Hampshire, the months of May, June, August and September bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 19°C (66°F) and 26°C (79°F).

The coldest months generally fall in January, February, March and December.

Precipitation in New Hampshire shows some seasonal variation. You'll find the most rain in June (139 mm (5.5 in)), while January tends to be drier (85 mm (3.3 in)).

For those seeking sunshine, July usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore New Hampshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in New Hampshire - and find the best time to visit. (based on Portsmouth)

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Portsmouth Nashua Weirs Beach Dover Tilton Gilford
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Climate map of New Hampshire

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Portsmouth 1°C (34°F) 27°C (81°F) -8°C (18°F) 17°C (63°F) 1315 mm (52 in) 2,512 hours
Nashua 2°C (36°F) 29°C (84°F) -9°C (16°F) 17°C (63°F) 1224 mm (48 in) 2,512 hours
Weirs Beach -1°C (30°F) 27°C (81°F) -11°C (12°F) 16°C (61°F) 1220 mm (48 in) 2,512 hours
Dover 1°C (34°F) 28°C (82°F) -9°C (16°F) 16°C (61°F) 1221 mm (48 in) 2,512 hours
Tilton -1°C (30°F) 27°C (81°F) -11°C (12°F) 15°C (59°F) 1243 mm (49 in) 2,512 hours
Gilford -1°C (30°F) 27°C (81°F) -11°C (12°F) 16°C (61°F) 1233 mm (49 in) 2,512 hours

Places in New Hampshire, the United States of America

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