March weather forecast
Franklin, TN

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Weather in March

March signals the arrival of early spring in Franklin, with rising temperatures and lively winds replacing the chill of the initial months. March is a period of transition, with daily temperature highs creeping up to 58.8°F (14.9°C). The month budgets for more daylight, with the consequences reflecting positively on humidity and rainfall patterns. Equipped with an extended day length of 12 hours, March takes slow strides into the sunnier months that lie ahead. Snow becomes a rarer sight as rainfall takes precedence, preparing the ground for the bloom of cherry blossoms.

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cool 50°F (10°C) to a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C). In Franklin, an average temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) is noted during March nights.

Humidity

In Franklin, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, during March, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 38.94" (989mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Franklin, Tennessee, in March, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.4 snowfall days, and 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Franklin is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:08 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 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Franklin in March?

During March, Franklin experiences an average high-temperature of 58.8°F (14.9°C) and a low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Franklin?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Franklin, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Franklin, Tennessee, during March, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:08 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 many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in March?

In Franklin, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Franklin?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Franklin, TN

Average temperature in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Franklin, TN

Average pressure in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Franklin, TN

Average wind speed in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Franklin, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Franklin, TN

Average rainfall in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.36").

Average rainfall days in March
Franklin, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
Franklin, TN

Average snowfall in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Franklin, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franklin, TN
  • 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Franklin, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Franklin, TN

Average UV index in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Franklin, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Franklin, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Franklin, TN

Average visibility in March - Franklin, TN
  • 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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