March weather forecastFranklin, PA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Franklin, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Temperature
The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 33.8°F (1°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Franklin, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Franklin, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186 days and collects up to 38.03" (966mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Franklin, in March, during 12.3 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.8 snowfall days, and 42.95" (1091mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Franklin, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:43 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 average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Franklin, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Franklin, PA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"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).
Average wind speed in March
Franklin, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Franklin, PA
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Franklin, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.44").
Average rainfall days in March
Franklin, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Franklin, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 4.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Franklin, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 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, PA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Franklin, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (11.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5 days).
Average UV index in March
Franklin, PA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Franklin, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in March
Franklin, PA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September and December (4mi).
