March weather forecast
Franklin, KS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Franklin, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in February to a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C). In Franklin, March nights cool down to an average of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Franklin, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.1 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Franklin aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.5 snowfall days, and 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) and a low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Franklin, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Franklin aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Franklin, KS

Average temperature in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Franklin, KS

Average pressure in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Franklin, KS

Average wind speed in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Franklin, KS

Average humidity in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Franklin, KS

Average rainfall in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Franklin, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Franklin, KS

Average snowfall in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Franklin, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 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, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franklin, KS
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Franklin, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Franklin, KS

Average UV index in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Franklin, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Franklin, KS

Average visibility in March - Franklin, KS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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