March weather forecast
Franklin, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Franklin, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

In Franklin, the average high-temperature in March increases from an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). March nights in Franklin cool down to an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Franklin, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Franklin are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Franklin, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Franklin, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Franklin, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 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, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Franklin in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Franklin, records 49.5°F (9.7°C), while the low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Franklin?

The average relative humidity in March in Franklin, Iowa, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Franklin?

In Franklin, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Franklin?

In Franklin, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Franklin?

On the first day of March in Franklin, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 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, Iowa, 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Franklin?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Franklin, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Franklin, IA

Average temperature in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Franklin, IA

Average pressure in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Franklin, IA

Average wind speed in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Franklin, IA

Average humidity in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Franklin, IA

Average rainfall in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Franklin, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Franklin, IA

Average snowfall in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Franklin, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Franklin, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Franklin, IA

Average UV index in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Franklin, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Franklin, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Franklin, IA

Average visibility in March - Franklin, IA
  • 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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