March weather forecastFranconia, VA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Franconia, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.9°F (11.6°C) and min 36.9°F (2.7°C).Temperature
With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's frosty 44.6°F (7°C) to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). During March, Franconia experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 36.9°F (2.7°C).Humidity
In Franconia, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.Rainfall
In Franconia, in March, during 14 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Franconia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Franconia, Virginia, in March, during 3.2 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Franconia, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) 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 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Franconia, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.9h.UV index
In Franconia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Franconia, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 52.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Franconia, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Franconia, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Franconia, VA
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Franconia, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in March
Franconia, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Franconia, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Franconia, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franconia, VA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Franconia, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Franconia, VA
- Average UV index in March: 3
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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Franconia, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Franconia, VA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
