March weather forecast
East Providence, RI

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Weather in March

March marks the transition from winter to spring in East Providence. Gradually, the grip of winter begins to loosen with temperatures starting to rise, although the weather remains cool. Paradoxically, despite the weather warming up, the snowfall recorded this month, at 1.97" (50mm), is roughly similar to February. Daylight hours extend, signaling the arrival of spring. Casual strolls in the park and light outdoor activities start becoming appealing as the winter frost begins to thaw.

Temperature

March witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). In March, East Providence experiences a temperature dip to an average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In East Providence, Rhode Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In East Providence, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Providence, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in East Providence 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 6:28 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

The months with the lowest UV index in East Providence, Rhode Island, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in East Providence?

In East Providence, 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in East Providence?

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

How much does it rain in East Providence in March?

In East Providence, Rhode Island, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in East Providence?

In East Providence, Rhode Island, in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Providence have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in East Providence?

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, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in East Providence, 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 East Providence?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in East Providence?

The months with the lowest UV index in East Providence, Rhode Island, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in East Providence?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
East Providence, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
East Providence, RI

Average pressure in March - East Providence, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
East Providence, RI

Average wind speed in March - East Providence, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
East Providence, RI

Average humidity in March - East Providence, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

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

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Average rainfall in March
East Providence, RI

Average rainfall in March - East Providence, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
East Providence, RI

Average rainfall days in March - East Providence, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
East Providence, RI

Average snowfall in March - East Providence, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
East Providence, RI

Average snowfall days in March - East Providence, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
East Providence, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Providence, 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).

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Average sunshine days in March
East Providence, RI

Average sunshine days in March - East Providence, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
East Providence, RI

Average UV index in March - East Providence, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
East Providence, RI

Average cloud cover in March - East Providence, 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 31).

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Average visibility in March
East Providence, RI

Average visibility in March - East Providence, 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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