March weather forecast
Franklin, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Franklin, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's cold 41°F (5°C) to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Franklin records an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Franklin is 77%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Franklin, there are 176.4 rainfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Franklin are January through May, October through December. In Franklin, during March, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Franklin, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Franklin is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Franklin, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:40 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 6.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Franklin. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Franklin?

The high-temperature, in March, in Franklin, is 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Franklin?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Franklin?

In March, in Franklin, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Franklin in March?

In Franklin, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Franklin is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Franklin?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Franklin, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Franklin is 6.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Franklin?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Franklin?

In Franklin, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Franklin, WV

Average temperature in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°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 (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Franklin, WV

Average pressure in March - Franklin, WV
  • 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Franklin, WV

Average wind speed in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Franklin, WV

Average humidity in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Franklin, WV

Average rainfall in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Franklin, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Franklin, WV

Average snowfall in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Franklin, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Franklin, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franklin, WV
  • 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Franklin, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Franklin, WV

Average UV index in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Franklin, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Franklin, WV

Average visibility in March - Franklin, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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