March weather forecast
Rumford, RI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rumford, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rumford, there are 22 snowfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
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.
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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 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 Rumford, 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 March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rumford, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, 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 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

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.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average pressure in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average wind speed in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average humidity in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average rainfall in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average snowfall in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

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

Average sunshine days in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average UV index in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Rumford, 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
Rumford, RI

Average visibility in March - Rumford, 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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