Even as Gov. Tim Pawlenty prepares for another foray into Iowa, his 2012 presidential prospects aren't looking that hot in New Hampshire, the other crucial opening-round state in the race.

A new poll conducted by Public Policy Polling shows him attracting just 3 percent of support of New Hampshire Republicans. Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney leads the field with 31 percent, followed by Newt Gingrich, Ron Paul, Mike HUckabee and Sarah Palin. The full results of the Democrat-leaning polling firm can be seen here.

No, Pawlenty has steadfastly refused to say whether he's actually going to mount a presidential run, but his polling numbers have been consistently dismal. And, adding insult to injury, Public Policy Polling reports that he's still not much of a presence in the GOP field of likely candidates: