March weather forecastFranklin, MI
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Franklin, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).Temperature
In March, the average high-temperature increases from a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 28°F (-2.2°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Franklin, during March, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122 rainfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Franklin, in March, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.4 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Franklin, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:58 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
The average sunshine in March is 5.5h.UV index
In Franklin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Franklin, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Franklin, MI
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Franklin, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Franklin, MI
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Franklin, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Franklin, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Franklin, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Franklin, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franklin, MI
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Franklin, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Franklin, MI
- 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Franklin, MI
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Franklin, MI
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).





