March weather forecast
Hopkinton, RI

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Weather in March

Climatic transitions become more apparent in March, with definite indications of spring's onset in Hopkinton. Temperatures begin to rise, with warmer days being interspersed among the general cold conditions, offering relief from the winter. March experiences an increase in the daylight hours, indicating a shift towards longer and sunnier days. Melting snow, coupled with marginally lower humidity levels, marks a sharp shift from winter to spring. This transition is apparent in the rainfall, which reaches its second-highest measure of 2.56" (65mm).

Temperature

March in Hopkinton begins with an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. An average minimum temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Hopkinton, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hopkinton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:11 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 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hopkinton, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Hopkinton, Rhode Island. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Hopkinton, during March, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hopkinton have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:11 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 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average temperature in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Hopkinton, RI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average wind speed in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Hopkinton, RI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average rainfall in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average snowfall in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hopkinton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average UV index in March - Hopkinton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average visibility in March - Hopkinton, 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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