March weather forecast
Hopkinton, RI

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Weather in March

Climatic transitions become more apparent in March, with definite indications of spring's onset in Hopkinton. Temperatures begin to rise, with warmer days being interspersed among the general cold conditions, offering relief from the winter. March experiences an increase in the daylight hours, indicating a shift towards longer and sunnier days. Melting snow, coupled with marginally lower humidity levels, marks a sharp shift from winter to spring. This transition is apparent in the rainfall, which reaches its second-highest measure of 2.56" (65mm).

Temperature

Hopkinton's average high-temperature in March is a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C), marking an insignificant difference from the 38.3°F (3.5°C) of February. An average nighttime temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) is witnessed throughout March.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Hopkinton, Rhode Island, are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Hopkinton, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hopkinton are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hopkinton, Rhode Island, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Hopkinton, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:11 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 6.2h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hopkinton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Hopkinton during March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Hopkinton, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What are the least humid months in Hopkinton?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Hopkinton?

The average relative humidity in March in Hopkinton, Rhode Island, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Hopkinton in March?

In Hopkinton, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Hopkinton?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Hopkinton in March?

In March, in Hopkinton, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Hopkinton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hopkinton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Hopkinton, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:11 pm EDT.

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

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 Hopkinton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hopkinton is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hopkinton?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hopkinton.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hopkinton?

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

Average temperature in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average pressure in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hopkinton, RI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hopkinton, RI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average rainfall in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average snowfall in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hopkinton, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hopkinton, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average UV index in March - Hopkinton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Hopkinton, RI

Average visibility in March - Hopkinton, 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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