March weather forecast
Arctic, RI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Arctic, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

March introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in Arctic consistently average a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during March.

Humidity

In Arctic, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Arctic, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arctic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Arctic. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Arctic is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 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 in Arctic is 6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Arctic during March?

In March, in Arctic, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Arctic?

The average relative humidity in March in Arctic, Rhode Island, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Arctic in March?

In March, in Arctic, Rhode Island, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Arctic?

The month with the most snowfall in Arctic, Rhode Island, is March, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Arctic in March?

In March, in Arctic, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Arctic, Rhode Island, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Arctic?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Arctic, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Arctic have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Arctic, Rhode Island, is 6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Arctic?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Arctic, Rhode Island, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Arctic, RI

Average temperature in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Arctic, RI

Average pressure in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Arctic, RI

Average wind speed in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Arctic, RI

Average humidity in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Arctic, RI

Average rainfall in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Arctic, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Arctic, RI

Average snowfall in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Arctic, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Arctic, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arctic, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Arctic, RI

Average UV index in March - Arctic, RI
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Arctic, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Arctic, RI

Average visibility in March - Arctic, RI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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