March weather forecast
Franklin, TN

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Weather in March

March signals the arrival of early spring in Franklin, with rising temperatures and lively winds replacing the chill of the initial months. March is a period of transition, with daily temperature highs creeping up to 58.8°F (14.9°C). The month budgets for more daylight, with the consequences reflecting positively on humidity and rainfall patterns. Equipped with an extended day length of 12 hours, March takes slow strides into the sunnier months that lie ahead. Snow becomes a rarer sight as rainfall takes precedence, preparing the ground for the bloom of cherry blossoms.

Temperature

As Franklin welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in February to a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C). Throughout the month of March, Franklin expects an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Franklin is 78%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, during March, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 38.94" (989mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Franklin, in March, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Franklin, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Franklin is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Franklin, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:08 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In Franklin, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Franklin in March?

In March, in Franklin, the average high-temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Franklin in March?

In March, in Franklin, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Franklin?

In Franklin, Tennessee, in March, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Franklin?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:08 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Franklin, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in March?

In Franklin, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Franklin?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Franklin, TN

Average temperature in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Franklin, TN

Average pressure in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Franklin, TN

Average wind speed in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Franklin, TN

Average humidity in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Franklin, TN

Average rainfall in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.36").

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Average rainfall days in March
Franklin, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Franklin, TN

Average snowfall in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Franklin, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franklin, TN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Franklin, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Franklin, TN

Average UV index in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Franklin, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Franklin, TN

Average visibility in March - Franklin, TN
  • 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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