March weather forecast
Girdwood, AK

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Weather in March

Moving into March, the weather in Girdwood, Alaska treads a delicate line between late winter and early spring. Compared to February, a minor rise in both high and low temperatures sets the prelude to the seasonal transition. Whereas, compared to April, this month is notably cooler, sees less daylight and keeps wintry conditions lingering, with average snowfall amounting to a significant 7.6" (193mm).

Temperature

March's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), diverging marginally from February's 22.3°F (-5.4°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Girdwood, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Girdwood, in March, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.6" (193mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Girdwood, there are 92.4 snowfall days, and 43.31" (1100mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Girdwood, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:23 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:41 pm AKDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AKDT to AKST.

Sunshine

In Girdwood, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Girdwood, is 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Girdwood, in March, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Girdwood have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:23 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:41 pm AKDT.

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 AKST to AKDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Girdwood, AK

Average temperature in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Girdwood, AK

Average pressure in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.75"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Girdwood, AK

Average wind speed in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Girdwood, AK

Average humidity in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Girdwood, AK

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Girdwood, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Girdwood, AK

Average UV index in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Girdwood, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in March
Girdwood, AK

Average visibility in March - Girdwood, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).

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