March weather forecast
Shelter Harbor, RI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Shelter Harbor, Rhode Island, with an average temperature varying between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in March for Shelter Harbor is a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C), staying closely aligned with February's conditions. Shelter Harbor encounters a steady low-temperature average of 33.4°F (0.8°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Shelter Harbor, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shelter Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.6 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Shelter Harbor, Rhode Island.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Shelter Harbor, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Shelter Harbor, in March, during 3.6 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shelter Harbor have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

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.

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 Shelter Harbor, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Shelter Harbor, Rhode Island, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average temperature in March - Shelter Harbor, RI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average pressure in March - Shelter Harbor, 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
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average wind speed in March - Shelter Harbor, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average humidity in March - Shelter Harbor, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average rainfall in March - Shelter Harbor, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Shelter Harbor, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average snowfall in March - Shelter Harbor, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Shelter Harbor, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shelter Harbor, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Shelter Harbor, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average UV index in March - Shelter Harbor, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Shelter Harbor, RI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Shelter Harbor, RI

Average visibility in March - Shelter Harbor, 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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