March weather forecast
Franconia, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Franconia, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average high of 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). Franconia experiences an average low-temperature reading of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Franconia, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Franconia, Pennsylvania, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Franconia. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Franconia. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Franconia?

The high-temperature, in March, in Franconia, is 48.2°F (9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Franconia?

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

How much does it rain in Franconia in March?

In March, in Franconia, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Franconia?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Franconia?

In Franconia, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Franconia have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Franconia?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Franconia, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Franconia?

In Franconia, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franconia?

The months with the lowest UV index in Franconia are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Franconia?

In Franconia, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Franconia, PA

Average temperature in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Franconia, PA

Average pressure in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Franconia, PA

Average wind speed in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Franconia, PA

Average humidity in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Franconia, PA

Average rainfall in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Franconia, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Franconia, PA

Average snowfall in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Franconia, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franconia, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franconia, PA
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Franconia, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Franconia, PA

Average UV index in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Franconia, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Franconia, PA

Average visibility in March - Franconia, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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