March weather forecast
Franklinton, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Franklinton, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in February to a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C). March in Franklinton is noted for a mean low-temperature of 41°F (5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Franklinton, in March, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Franklinton, there are 147.9 rainfall days, and 26.06" (662mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Franklinton aggregates 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Franklinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 6 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:35 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 7h.

UV index

In Franklinton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 41°F (5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Franklinton?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Franklinton, in March, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Franklinton?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Franklinton aggregates 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:35 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Franklinton, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Franklinton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Franklinton, NC

Average temperature in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41°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 (32°F).

Average pressure in March
Franklinton, NC

Average pressure in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Franklinton, NC

Average wind speed in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Franklinton, NC

Average humidity in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Franklinton, NC

Average rainfall in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Franklinton, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Franklinton, NC

Average snowfall in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Franklinton, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franklinton, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Franklinton, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Franklinton, NC

Average UV index in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Franklinton, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Franklinton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Franklinton, NC

Average visibility in March - Franklinton, NC
  • 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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