March weather forecast
Port Chilkoot, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Port Chilkoot, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14°F (-10°C) and an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

March brings a marginal elevation to a still freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) from February's 24.6°F (-4.1°C) in Port Chilkoot's average high-temperatures. An average temperature of 14°F (-10°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 89%.

Rainfall

In Port Chilkoot, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 200.4 rainfall days, and 48.03" (1220mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Port Chilkoot, during March, snow falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 83.4 snowfall days, and 86.57" (2199mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:43 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Port Chilkoot is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Port Chilkoot in March?

The high-temperature in Port Chilkoot during March is 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and the low-temperature is 14°F (-10°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Port Chilkoot is 89%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Port Chilkoot, during March, snow falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:43 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Port Chilkoot, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average temperature in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (12.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average pressure in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average wind speed in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average humidity in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average rainfall in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (5.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average snowfall in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 14.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (21.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average UV index in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in March
Port Chilkoot, AK

Average visibility in March - Port Chilkoot, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

Port Chilkoot, Alaska, USA

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