March weather forecast
Exeter, RI

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Weather in March

March sees a notable shift in the weather pattern, bringing a welcomed change from the earlier months. Spring begins to appear as the snowfall dwindles. As weather transitions into spring, daily temperatures start to rise. It registers an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C), signifying the commencement of milder weather. As the month progresses, nights become less frigid, and snowfall incidences reduce significantly.

Temperature

Exeter observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during March, adjusting from a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Exeter, Rhode Island, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Exeter, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Exeter, Rhode Island. In Exeter, during March, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Exeter, during the entire year, snow falls for 20 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Exeter, Rhode Island, 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

The average sunshine in March 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 in Exeter. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Exeter during March are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Exeter, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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, 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Exeter, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°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 (25°F).

Average pressure in March
Exeter, RI

Average pressure in March - Exeter, 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
Exeter, RI

Average wind speed in March - Exeter, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Exeter, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Exeter, RI

Average rainfall in March - Exeter, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Exeter, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Exeter, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Exeter, RI

Average snowfall in March - Exeter, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Exeter, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Exeter, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Exeter, RI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Exeter, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Exeter, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Exeter, RI

Average UV index in March - Exeter, 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
Exeter, RI

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

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

Average visibility in March
Exeter, RI

Average visibility in March - Exeter, 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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