March weather forecast
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Weather in March

Bidding farewell to the heavy winter, March ushers in a welcoming change in Narragansett Pier's weather. The temperatures rise showing the early signs of spring. A significant shift in weather attributes from snowfall to rainfall portrays mother nature preparing for spring. Longer daylight hours and increased sunshine are positive indicators towards warmer days ahead. Even though winds continue to blow, the harsh chilliness subsides, marking the end of winter.

Temperature

Narragansett Pier greets March with an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Narragansett Pier, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March 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 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature in Narragansett Pier is 38.8°F (3.8°C).
Note: In the activity of swimming, this state poses an instant danger to life. Breathing control is completely lost, impeding any form of clear thinking. Employing a specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal loss.

Daylight

In Narragansett Pier, 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 5:36 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 6.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Narragansett Pier experiences an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

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

When does it snow the most?

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

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the water temperature in March?

In Narragansett Pier, Rhode Island, the average seawater temperature in March is 38.8°F (3.8°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:36 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 Narragansett Pier have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
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Average temperature in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average pressure in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average wind speed in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average humidity in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average rainfall in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average rainfall days in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average snowfall in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average snowfall days in March - Narragansett Pier, 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 sea temperature in March
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Average sea temperature in March - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
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Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average sunshine days in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average UV index in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average cloud cover in March - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average visibility in March - Narragansett Pier, 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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