March weather forecast
Woonsocket, RI

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Weather in March

The advent of March springs a change in Woonsocket’s weather pattern. A notable thawing phase begins and the city transitions from a snowy to a rainy spell with precipitation reaching 2.68" (68mm). As the winter recedes, longer daylight hours contribute to a slight increase in average temperatures. The winds start mellowing down, and the sunshine hours per day also increase. However, the weather remains predominantly cool and damp.

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Woonsocket records an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.7 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 5.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Woonsocket, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Woonsocket, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Woonsocket, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Woonsocket, in March, during 7.1 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Woonsocket, Rhode Island, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Woonsocket, 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Woonsocket, 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average temperature in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average pressure in March - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, RI

Average wind speed in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average humidity in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average rainfall in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average snowfall in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Woonsocket, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average UV index in March - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Woonsocket, RI

Average visibility in March - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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