March weather forecast
Arkwright, RI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Arkwright, Rhode Island, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, Arkwright's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In the month of March, Arkwright witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Arkwright, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Arkwright, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Arkwright?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Arkwright, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

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.

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

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 Arkwright have in March?

In Arkwright, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Arkwright, RI

Average temperature in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average pressure in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average wind speed in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average humidity in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average rainfall in March - Arkwright, 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 (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Arkwright, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average snowfall in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arkwright, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arkwright, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average UV index in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Arkwright, 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
Arkwright, RI

Average visibility in March - Arkwright, 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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