March weather forecast
Rockville, RI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rockville, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the nights in March, Rockville experiences an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockville, Rhode Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Rockville is March, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:11 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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In Rockville, in March, the average high-temperature 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?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rockville, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rockville have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:11 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 Rockville, 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.

How high is the UV index in March in Rockville?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Rockville, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°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
Rockville, RI

Average pressure in March - Rockville, RI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rockville, RI

Average wind speed in March - Rockville, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Rockville, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Rockville, RI

Average rainfall in March - Rockville, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Rockville, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Rockville, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rockville, RI

Average snowfall in March - Rockville, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rockville, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Rockville, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 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
Rockville, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rockville, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rockville, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Rockville, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Rockville, RI

Average UV index in March - Rockville, 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
Rockville, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Rockville, RI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Rockville, RI

Average visibility in March - Rockville, 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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