March weather forecast
Phenix, RI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Phenix, Rhode Island, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Phenix, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Phenix, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Phenix are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

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, 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Phenix are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Phenix, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Phenix have in March?

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 in Phenix?

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the month 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 reading in March in Phenix?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Phenix 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
Phenix, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°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 (24.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Phenix, RI

Average pressure in March - Phenix, 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
Phenix, RI

Average wind speed in March - Phenix, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Phenix, RI

Average humidity in March - Phenix, 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
Phenix, RI

Average rainfall in March - Phenix, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Phenix, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Phenix, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Phenix, RI

Average snowfall in March - Phenix, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Phenix, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Phenix, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Phenix, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Phenix, 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
Phenix, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Phenix, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Phenix, RI

Average UV index in March - Phenix, 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
Phenix, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Phenix, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
Phenix, RI

Average visibility in March - Phenix, 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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