March weather forecast
River Point, RI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in River Point, Rhode Island, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). River Point cools down to an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In River Point, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in River Point is March, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) 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 5:36 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 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

River Point in March has an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In River Point, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In River Point, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In River Point, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in River Point, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:36 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 many hours of sunshine does River Point have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March 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 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
River Point, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°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 (24.1°F).

Average pressure in March
River Point, RI

Average pressure in March - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average wind speed in March - River Point, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
River Point, RI

Average humidity in March - River Point, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
River Point, RI

Average rainfall in March - River Point, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
River Point, RI

Average rainfall days in March - River Point, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
River Point, RI

Average snowfall in March - River Point, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
River Point, RI

Average snowfall days in March - River Point, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
River Point, RI

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

Average sunshine days in March
River Point, RI

Average sunshine days in March - River Point, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
River Point, RI

Average UV index in March - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average cloud cover in March - River Point, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
River Point, RI

Average visibility in March - River Point, 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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