March weather forecast
Old Harbor, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Old Harbor, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C) from February's 36.3°F (2.4°C). In Old Harbor, nights during March observe an average temperature decrease to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Old Harbor, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Old Harbor. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 8:52 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. 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 it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 35.8°F (2.1°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

March and November, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months in Old Harbor.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Old Harbor, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Old Harbor is March, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Old Harbor, in March, during 8.5 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Old Harbor, the average day length in March is 11h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 8:52 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 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Old Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average temperature in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average pressure in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average wind speed in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average humidity in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average rainfall in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average snowfall in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Old Harbor, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average UV index in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in March
Old Harbor, AK

Average visibility in March - Old Harbor, AK
  • 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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