March weather forecast
Little Compton, RI

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Weather in March

With the onset of March, Little Compton begins its transition into spring. As winter snow recedes, the weather conditions reveal a mixture of both last remnants of winter chill and early signs of springtime warmth. The average temperature ranges from a high of 43.5°F (6.4°C), an improvement on February's milder temperatures. There's a notable shift in daylight hours, indicating the approach of the spring season. Compared to the preceding month, March manifests a gradual transition from winter to spring, offering a dynamic blend of weather conditions.

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Little Compton, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, March is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Little Compton, Rhode Island, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Little Compton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Little Compton. During 5.2 snowfall days, in March, Little Compton aggregates 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.9 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Little Compton, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 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 and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Little Compton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Little Compton?

The high-temperature, in March, in Little Compton, records 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the least humid month in Little Compton?

March is the least humid month in Little Compton, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in March in Little Compton?

In March, the average relative humidity in Little Compton, Rhode Island, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Little Compton?

In Little Compton, Rhode Island, during March, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Little Compton?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Little Compton. During 5.2 snowfall days, in March, Little Compton aggregates 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Little Compton have in March?

In Little Compton, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Little Compton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Little Compton, 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 Little Compton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Little Compton is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Little Compton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Little Compton?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Little Compton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Little Compton, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°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 (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Little Compton, RI

Average pressure in March - Little Compton, 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
Little Compton, RI

Average wind speed in March - Little Compton, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Little Compton, RI

Average humidity in March - Little Compton, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Little Compton, RI

Average rainfall in March - Little Compton, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in March
Little Compton, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Little Compton, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Little Compton, RI

Average snowfall in March - Little Compton, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Little Compton, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Little Compton, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Little Compton, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Little Compton, 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 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
Little Compton, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Little Compton, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Little Compton, RI

Average UV index in March - Little Compton, 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
Little Compton, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Little Compton, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Little Compton, RI

Average visibility in March - Little Compton, 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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