March weather forecast
North Providence, RI

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Weather in March

March marks the transition from winter to spring in North Providence. The weather starts to warm up, turning more temperate but still on the cooler side. The rising temperature from 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in February to 30.9°F (-0.6°C) renders March slightly more hospitable. Longer daylight hours hint at harboring outdoor pursuits. The dreariness of winter starts to diminish, welcoming the blossoming spring.

Temperature

As North Providence welcomes March, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In North Providence, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In North Providence, during March, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. In North Providence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59.1 days and collects up to 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3 snowfall days, in March, North Providence aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In North Providence, 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 5:36 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

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In North Providence, in March, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3 snowfall days, in March, North Providence aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in North Providence?

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 6:28 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In North Providence, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 North Providence, Rhode Island, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
North Providence, RI

Average temperature in March - North Providence, 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 (23.7°F).

Average pressure in March
North Providence, RI

Average pressure in March - North Providence, 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
North Providence, RI

Average wind speed in March - North Providence, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
North Providence, RI

Average humidity in March - North Providence, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

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

Average rainfall in March
North Providence, RI

Average rainfall in March - North Providence, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
North Providence, RI

Average rainfall days in March - North Providence, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Providence, RI

Average snowfall in March - North Providence, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Providence, RI

Average snowfall days in March - North Providence, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
North Providence, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Providence, 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
North Providence, RI

Average sunshine days in March - North Providence, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (21.2 days).

Average UV index in March
North Providence, RI

Average UV index in March - North Providence, 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
North Providence, RI

Average cloud cover in March - North Providence, 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
North Providence, RI

Average visibility in March - North Providence, 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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