March weather forecast
Riverside, RI

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Weather in March

Riverside welcomes March with the first signs of spring. Key to its seasonal progression is the temperature range, from 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to 44.2°F (6.8°C) - a notable increase from the previous month. Along with incrementally longer daylight hours, March exhibits less snowfall and more rainfall, responding to the warming temperature trend. Breezy conditions linger, reminding residents and visitors that a touch of winter remains.

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Riverside sees an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) during March.

Humidity

In Riverside, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Riverside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Riverside, in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Riverside, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Riverside is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Riverside, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Riverside, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Riverside, in March, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Riverside, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Riverside have in March?

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 6:18 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 March, the average sunshine duration 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.

How high is the UV index in March in Riverside?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Riverside, RI

Average temperature in March - Riverside, 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 (23.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Riverside, RI

Average pressure in March - Riverside, 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
Riverside, RI

Average wind speed in March - Riverside, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Riverside, RI

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Riverside, RI

Average rainfall in March - Riverside, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Riverside, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Riverside, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Riverside, RI

Average snowfall in March - Riverside, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Riverside, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Riverside, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Riverside, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Riverside, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Riverside, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Riverside, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Riverside, RI

Average UV index in March - Riverside, 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
Riverside, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Riverside, 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
Riverside, RI

Average visibility in March - Riverside, 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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