March weather forecast
Franklin Park, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Franklin Park, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Franklin Park usually reports an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Franklin Park, there are 109.8 rainfall days, and 9.49" (241mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Franklin Park, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.3 snowfall days, and 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Franklin Park, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Franklin Park, during March, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Franklin Park?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin Park have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Franklin Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Franklin Park, MD

Average temperature in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Franklin Park, MD

Average pressure in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • 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
Franklin Park, MD

Average wind speed in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Franklin Park, MD

Average humidity in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Franklin Park, MD

Average rainfall in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Franklin Park, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Franklin Park, MD

Average snowfall in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Franklin Park, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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
Franklin Park, MD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Franklin Park, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Franklin Park, MD

Average UV index in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • 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
Franklin Park, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • 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
Franklin Park, MD

Average visibility in March - Franklin Park, MD
  • 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).

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