March weather forecast
Barrington, RI

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Weather in March

March introduces a hint of spring to Barrington, showing a significant shift from its preceding ruthless winter months. It is a transition period between winter and spring, with temperatures making a leap from 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to 44.2°F (6.8°C). The snow comedy is fading out, replacing snow days with rainfall providing clear signs of shifting seasons. The sprouting leaves and warmer days should not be misconstrued for full-blown spring, as late-season snowfall is still likely to occur. Even though it is a pivotal month for weather changes, it is prudent to have versatile clothing options on hand during this time.

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Barrington observes an average nighttime temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In Barrington, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Barrington, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Barrington, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Barrington, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Barrington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 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 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Barrington, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Barrington, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Barrington?

In Barrington, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Barrington, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 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 Barrington have in March?

In Barrington, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Barrington, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Barrington, RI

Average pressure in March - Barrington, 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
Barrington, RI

Average wind speed in March - Barrington, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Barrington, RI

Average humidity in March - Barrington, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

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

Average rainfall in March
Barrington, RI

Average rainfall in March - Barrington, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Barrington, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Barrington, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Barrington, RI

Average snowfall in March - Barrington, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Barrington, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Barrington, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Barrington, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Barrington, 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
Barrington, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Barrington, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Barrington, RI

Average UV index in March - Barrington, 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
Barrington, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Barrington, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Barrington, RI

Average visibility in March - Barrington, 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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