March weather forecast
Franklin, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Franklin, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 57.2°F (14°C) and an average high of 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

Franklin's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) in February to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically collects 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Franklin, the average sunshine in March is 7.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. 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: In March, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and a low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Franklin?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the driest month?

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In Franklin, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Franklin, snow does not fall in February through November.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Franklin?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:24 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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Franklin is 7.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Franklin, LA

Average temperature in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Franklin, LA

Average pressure in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Franklin, LA

Average wind speed in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Franklin, LA

Average humidity in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Franklin, LA

Average rainfall in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
Franklin, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Franklin, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franklin, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Franklin, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Franklin, LA

Average UV index in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Franklin, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Franklin, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Franklin, LA

Average visibility in March - Franklin, LA
  • 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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