March weather forecast
Franklin Park, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Franklin Park, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In Franklin Park, the average nighttime temperature during March is a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Franklin Park, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Franklin Park, Illinois, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Franklin Park, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 24.13" (613mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Franklin Park, Illinois, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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

In Franklin Park, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Franklin Park is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Franklin Park in March?

During March, Franklin Park experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Franklin Park?

In March, the average relative humidity in Franklin Park, Illinois, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Franklin Park?

In Franklin Park, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Franklin Park in March?

In Franklin Park, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Franklin Park?

In March, the average day length in Franklin Park, Illinois, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Franklin Park?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Franklin Park?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Franklin Park, Illinois, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Franklin Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Franklin Park, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average temperature in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°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 (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Franklin Park, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average wind speed in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average humidity in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average rainfall in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average snowfall in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average UV index in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Franklin Park, IL

Average visibility in March - Franklin Park, IL
  • 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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