Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C) to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C). Rhode Island witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) throughout the month of March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 85%.Rainfall
In Rhode Island, New York, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Rhode Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.6 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rhode Island, New York, in March, during 15.6 snowfall days, 7.4" (188mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rhode Island, there are 90.9 snowfall days, and 44.8" (1138mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Rhode Island, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Rhode Island, the average sunshine in March is 4.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rhode Island, New York, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Rhode Island during March?
What is the average humidity in March in Rhode Island?
How much does it rain in Rhode Island in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Rhode Island?
How many hours of daylight does Rhode Island have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rhode Island?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rhode Island?
How many hours of sunshine does Rhode Island have in March?
How high is the UV index in March in Rhode Island?
Average temperature in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average humidity in March: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").
Average rainfall days in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 7.4"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rhode Island, NY
- 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: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 7.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in March
Rhode Island, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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