March weather forecast
Franklintown, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Franklintown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and max 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from February's cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C). Throughout March, Franklintown registers a consistent average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Franklintown, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.7 rainfall days, and 18.43" (468mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Franklintown. In Franklintown, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Franklintown, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.7 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 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

In Franklintown, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Franklintown, records 48°F (8.9°C), while the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Franklintown, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Franklintown?

In Franklintown, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Franklintown, in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Franklintown have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 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 Franklintown have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Franklintown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Franklintown, PA

Average temperature in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Franklintown, PA

Average pressure in March - Franklintown, PA
  • 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
Franklintown, PA

Average wind speed in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Franklintown, PA

Average humidity in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Franklintown, PA

Average rainfall in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Franklintown, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Franklintown, PA

Average snowfall in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Franklintown, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Franklintown, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Franklintown, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Franklintown, PA

Average UV index in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Franklintown, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Franklintown, PA

Average visibility in March - Franklintown, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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