March weather forecast
Wakefield, RI

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Weather in March

March ushers in a change in Wakefield’s weather, seeing a transition from the cold winter towards the beginning of spring. A significant increase in temperature becomes evident, with highs reaching almost 50°F (10°C) in the late afternoons. Additionally, snowfall gives way to rainfall, with an average precipitation of 2.64" (67mm). Hence, umbrellas take over the snow shovels as March progresses. With spring knocking on the door, the lengthening daylight hours of 12 propose favorable conditions for outdoor activities.

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature stands at a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C), closely aligned with February's 38.3°F (3.5°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wakefield, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in Wakefield?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Wakefield, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.6 snowfall days, in March, Wakefield aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wakefield have in March?

The average day length in March in Wakefield is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

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.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Wakefield, Rhode Island, 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 Wakefield, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Wakefield, RI

Average pressure in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Wakefield, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Wakefield, RI

Average snowfall in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Wakefield, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wakefield, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Wakefield, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Wakefield, RI

Average UV index in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Wakefield, 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 29).

Average visibility in March
Wakefield, RI

Average visibility in March - Wakefield, 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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