March weather forecastFranklin, ME
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Franklin, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).Temperature
The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). Throughout the month of March, Franklin sees a steady low-temperature average of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).Humidity
In Franklin, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Franklin, in March, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.2 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
March is the month with the coldest seawater in Franklin, with an average ocean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).Note: In the case of swimming, the extreme coldness, danger, and life-threatening nature of this situation are apparent. Without insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia sets in rapidly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Franklin, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:59 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
In Franklin, the average sunshine in March is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November 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 UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Franklin, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 37.4°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Franklin, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Franklin, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Franklin, ME
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Franklin, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Franklin, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Franklin, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 3.27"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Franklin, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Franklin, ME
- Average sea temperature in March: 38°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franklin, ME
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Franklin, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Franklin, ME
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Franklin, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Franklin, ME
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
