March weather forecast
Slocum, RI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Slocum, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

Slocum's March weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). March sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Slocum, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Slocum, during March, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Slocum, during the entire year, snow falls for 20 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Slocum, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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.
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

The months with the lowest UV index in Slocum are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

During March, Slocum experiences an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Slocum is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Slocum, in March, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Slocum?

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?

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 in Slocum 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.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Slocum is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Slocum, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°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 (25°F).

Average pressure in March
Slocum, RI

Average pressure in March - Slocum, 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
Slocum, RI

Average wind speed in March - Slocum, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Slocum, RI

Average humidity in March - Slocum, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Slocum, RI

Average rainfall in March - Slocum, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Slocum, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Slocum, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Slocum, RI

Average snowfall in March - Slocum, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Slocum, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Slocum, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Slocum, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Slocum, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Slocum, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Slocum, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Slocum, RI

Average UV index in March - Slocum, 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
Slocum, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Slocum, RI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Slocum, RI

Average visibility in March - Slocum, 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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