March weather forecast
Franklintown, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Franklintown, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.2°F (1.2°C) and max 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Franklintown encounters an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Franklintown, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Franklintown, West Virginia, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Franklintown are January through May, October through December. In Franklintown, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Franklintown, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 9.69" (246mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 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, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Franklintown is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Franklintown?

The high-temperature during March is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Franklintown?

The average relative humidity in March in Franklintown is 75%.

How much does it rain in Franklintown in March?

In March, in Franklintown, West Virginia, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Franklintown in March?

In Franklintown, West Virginia, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Franklintown have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Franklintown?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Franklintown, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Franklintown?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Franklintown, West Virginia, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Franklintown is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Franklintown?

In Franklintown, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in March
Franklintown, WV

Average temperature in March - Franklintown, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Franklintown, WV

Average pressure in March - Franklintown, WV
  • 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, WV

Average wind speed in March - Franklintown, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Franklintown, WV

Average humidity in March - Franklintown, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Franklintown, WV

Average rainfall in March - Franklintown, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Franklintown, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Franklintown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Franklintown, WV

Average snowfall in March - Franklintown, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Franklintown, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Franklintown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Franklintown, WV
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Franklintown, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Franklintown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Franklintown, WV

Average UV index in March - Franklintown, WV
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Franklintown, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Franklintown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Franklintown, WV

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

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

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