March weather forecast
Kingston, RI

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Weather in March

March brings with it signals of transitioning weather as Kingston edges towards the cusp of spring. A noticeable progression in temperature underscores the march towards warmer seasons, whilst precipitation remains a recurring theme. The city is blanketed with cloud cover intermittently, setting a perfectly picturesque scene. This month sees maximum snowfall for the year at 2.13" (54mm), not shying away from the characteristic winter touches. Accompanied by longer daylight hours, the city witnesses a gradual change in the climatic pattern with a pleasant departure from the harseness of winter chill.

Temperature

March's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) from February's 38.3°F (3.5°C). An average temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) marks the nights in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kingston, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kingston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.1 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Kingston. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kingston, Rhode Island, the average length of the day in March 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, in Kingston, Rhode Island, 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 Kingston, Rhode Island, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kingston are January through March, November 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kingston in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Kingston, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the least humid month in Kingston?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Kingston?

In March, the average relative humidity in Kingston, Rhode Island, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Kingston?

In March, in Kingston, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Kingston?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Kingston. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Kingston?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Kingston, Rhode Island. During 3.6 snowfall days, in March, Kingston aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kingston have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Kingston?

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 Kingston, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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

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 Kingston have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Kingston is 6.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Kingston?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kingston is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Kingston, RI

Average temperature in March - Kingston, RI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Kingston, RI

Average pressure in March - Kingston, 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
Kingston, RI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Kingston, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Kingston, RI

Average rainfall in March - Kingston, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Kingston, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Kingston, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kingston, RI

Average snowfall in March - Kingston, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Kingston, RI

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kingston, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kingston, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Kingston, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Kingston, RI

Average UV index in March - Kingston, 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
Kingston, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Kingston, 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 29).

Average visibility in March
Kingston, RI

Average visibility in March - Kingston, 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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