March weather forecast
Rocky Point, RI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rocky Point, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In Rocky Point, the average high-temperature in March slightly rises, from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February, to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). In Rocky Point, an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is recorded during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Rocky Point, Rhode Island, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Point, during March, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Rocky Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rocky Point, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rocky Point, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rocky Point. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Rocky Point?

The high-temperature, in March, in Rocky Point, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rocky Point?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Rocky Point?

In Rocky Point, Rhode Island, during March, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Rocky Point?

In Rocky Point, Rhode Island, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rocky Point?

In March, the average day length in Rocky Point is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rocky Point?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 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 Rocky Point?

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

In Rocky Point, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rocky Point?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Rocky Point?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Rocky Point is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rocky Point, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°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 (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average pressure in March - Rocky 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average wind speed in March - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average humidity in March - Rocky 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average rainfall in March - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average snowfall in March - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 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
Rocky Point, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rocky 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Rocky Point, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average UV index in March - Rocky 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Rocky 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).

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Average visibility in March
Rocky Point, RI

Average visibility in March - Rocky 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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