March weather forecast
Sockanosset, RI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Sockanosset, Rhode Island, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sockanosset, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sockanosset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59.6 days and collects up to 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3 snowfall days, in March, Sockanosset aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Sockanosset, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sockanosset, Rhode Island, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Sockanosset, Rhode Island, 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 Sockanosset, the average sunshine in March 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Sockanosset in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Sockanosset, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sockanosset?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sockanosset?

In Sockanosset, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sockanosset?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Sockanosset, Rhode Island. During 3 snowfall days, in March, Sockanosset aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sockanosset have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sockanosset?

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 Sockanosset?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sockanosset, Rhode Island, 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 Sockanosset have in March?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sockanosset?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Sockanosset?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sockanosset is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sockanosset, RI

Average temperature in March - Sockanosset, 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 (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sockanosset, RI

Average pressure in March - Sockanosset, 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
Sockanosset, RI

Average wind speed in March - Sockanosset, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sockanosset, RI

Average humidity in March - Sockanosset, 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
Sockanosset, RI

Average rainfall in March - Sockanosset, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sockanosset, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Sockanosset, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sockanosset, RI

Average snowfall in March - Sockanosset, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Sockanosset, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Sockanosset, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Sockanosset, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sockanosset, 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
Sockanosset, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Sockanosset, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (21.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sockanosset, RI

Average UV index in March - Sockanosset, 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
Sockanosset, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Sockanosset, 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
Sockanosset, RI

Average visibility in March - Sockanosset, 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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