March weather forecast
Westerly, RI

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Weather in March

As Westerly, Rhode Island advances into March, overall atmospheric conditions shift. Residents start to feel the end of the cold season, with a notable rise in average temperatures. The spring awakening begins as daylight hours extend, paving the way for more outdoor pursuits under the sun. Snowfall becomes increasingly rare, as precipitation begins to manifest mainly as rainfall. One remarkable aspect of March's weather is the progressive decline in snowfall, with a final measure of 1.85" (47mm) for the month.

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in March, hardly different from the 38.3°F (3.5°C) recorded in February. Westerly records an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Westerly, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Westerly, 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Westerly during March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Westerly?

The months with the lowest humidity in Westerly are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March in Westerly?

In Westerly, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Westerly?

In March, in Westerly, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Westerly?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Westerly in March?

In Westerly, during March, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Westerly?

On the first day of March in Westerly, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:38 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 Westerly?

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Westerly is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Westerly?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Westerly?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Westerly, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in March
Westerly, RI

Average pressure in March - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Westerly, RI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Westerly, RI

Average rainfall in March - Westerly, RI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Westerly, RI

Average rainfall days in March - Westerly, RI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Westerly, RI

Average snowfall in March - Westerly, RI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Westerly, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Westerly, RI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Westerly, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Westerly, RI

Average sunshine days in March - Westerly, RI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in March
Westerly, RI

Average UV index in March - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average cloud cover in March - Westerly, RI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Westerly, RI

Average visibility in March - Westerly, 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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