March weather forecast
Foster, RI

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Weather in March

The signal of spring begins to ripple through Foster in March. Temperatures start to rise gradually with lows of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and highs of 43.5°F (6.4°C). Witnessing another 3.7" (94mm) of snowfall, the wintery charm hangs in the air still. However, the longer sunlit hours whisper the start of spring. March experiences an extended daylight of around 12 hours, setting the tone for season change.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Foster's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). March brings Foster a consistent average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Foster, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Foster, there are 163 rainfall days, and 33.86" (860mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Foster, Rhode Island, are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Foster, Rhode Island. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Foster is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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

In March, the average sunshine in Foster is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Foster in March?

During March, Foster experiences an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Foster?

In March, the average relative humidity in Foster, Rhode Island, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Foster in March?

In Foster, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Foster?

The month with the most snowfall in Foster, Rhode Island, is March, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Foster?

In Foster, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Foster?

On the first day of March in Foster, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:11 pm EDT.

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

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 Foster have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Foster, Rhode Island, is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Foster?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Foster?

In Foster, Rhode Island, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Foster, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Foster, RI

Average pressure in March - Foster, 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
Foster, RI

Average wind speed in March - Foster, RI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Foster, RI

Average humidity in March - Foster, RI
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July, September and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Foster, RI

Average rainfall in March - Foster, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Foster, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Foster, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Foster, RI

Average snowfall in March - Foster, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Foster, RI

Average snowfall days in March - Foster, RI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Foster, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Foster, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Foster, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Foster, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Foster, RI

Average UV index in March - Foster, 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
Foster, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Foster, RI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Foster, RI

Average visibility in March - Foster, RI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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