March weather forecast
Franco, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Franco, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

The coming of March brings a minor shift in Franco's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). During March, Franco sees a mean low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Franco is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 179.6 rainfall days, and 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Franco. In Franco, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Franco, during the entire year, snow falls for 45 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:51 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 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Franco in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Franco, is 52.5°F (11.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Franco?

In March, the average relative humidity in Franco, Virginia, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Franco?

In Franco, Virginia, in March, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Franco?

In Franco, Virginia, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Franco?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Franco, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Franco, 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 Franco?

The average sunshine duration in March in Franco, Virginia, is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Franco?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Franco, VA

Average temperature in March - Franco, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°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 (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Franco, VA

Average pressure in March - Franco, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Franco, VA

Average wind speed in March - Franco, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Franco, VA

Average humidity in March - Franco, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Franco, VA

Average rainfall in March - Franco, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.52").

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Average rainfall days in March
Franco, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Franco, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Franco, VA

Average snowfall in March - Franco, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Franco, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Franco, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franco, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franco, VA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Franco, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Franco, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Franco, VA

Average UV index in March - Franco, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Franco, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Franco, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in March
Franco, VA

Average visibility in March - Franco, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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