March weather forecast
Wakefield, RI

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Weather in March

March ushers in a change in Wakefield’s weather, seeing a transition from the cold winter towards the beginning of spring. A significant increase in temperature becomes evident, with highs reaching almost 50°F (10°C) in the late afternoons. Additionally, snowfall gives way to rainfall, with an average precipitation of 2.64" (67mm). Hence, umbrellas take over the snow shovels as March progresses. With spring knocking on the door, the lengthening daylight hours of 12 propose favorable conditions for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The beginning of March in Wakefield, Rhode Island, reveals an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. During March, the average low-temperature in Wakefield is a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Wakefield, Rhode Island.

Rainfall

In March, in Wakefield, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Wakefield. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Wakefield, Rhode Island, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Wakefield, sunrise is at 6:29 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 Wakefield, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Wakefield. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Wakefield?

During March, Wakefield experiences an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the least humid month in Wakefield?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Wakefield?

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

How much does it rain in Wakefield in March?

In Wakefield, Rhode Island, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Wakefield?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Wakefield?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Wakefield. During 3.6 snowfall days, in March, Wakefield aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wakefield have in March?

The average day length in March in Wakefield is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Wakefield?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Wakefield, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Wakefield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Wakefield, Rhode Island, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Wakefield, RI

Average temperature in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°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 (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Wakefield, RI

Average pressure in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Wakefield, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in March
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Wakefield, RI

Average snowfall in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Wakefield, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Wakefield, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wakefield, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Wakefield, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Wakefield, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Wakefield, RI

Average UV index in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average visibility in March - Wakefield, 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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