Providence Weather in March
In Providence, March brings low daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to -1°C (30°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Providence in March
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of snow/rain, with 119 mm (4.7 in) average for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Providence in March
March in Providence brings low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around -1°C (30°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.
Sunshine in Providence in March
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 216 hours of sun. These sunny conditions help offset the cool temperatures, making it a pleasant month to explore outdoors.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, August and September typically offer the best weather for Providence.
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Providence Temperature in March
Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
119 mm (4.7 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
62%
Sunshine
216 hours
Percentage Sunshine
58%
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Providence typically rise from around 6°C (43°F) at the start of March to approximately 12°C (54°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -4°C (25°F) to 3°C (37°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in March
Historical weather for Providence in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Providence spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Providence historical weather extremes in March
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Providence.
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -16°C (3°F) on March 1, 1980, marking the coldest March night on record.
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What to Wear in Providence in March
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Providence in March. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.What To Do in Providence in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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