March weather forecast
Atka, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Atka, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low of 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in March, at a still cold 37°F (2.8°C), mirrors February's climate. Atka experiences an average nighttime temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) in March, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Atka, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Atka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.3 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Atka. In Atka, during March, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Atka, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.7 days and aggregates up to 16.3" (414mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 7:17 pm HST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 9:10 pm HDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from HST to HDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from HDT to HST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Atka is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Atka in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Atka, is 37°F (2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Atka?

The average relative humidity in March in Atka is 79%.

How much does it rain in Atka in March?

In Atka, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Atka?

In Atka, during March, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Atka have in March?

In March, the average day length in Atka is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Atka?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 7:17 pm HST. On the last day of the month, in Atka, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 9:10 pm HDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Atka, Alaska, and the time zone changes from HST to HDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Atka have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Atka is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Atka?

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Atka, Alaska.

How high is the UV index in March in Atka?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Atka is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Atka, AK

Average temperature in March - Atka, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (52°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (33.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Atka, AK

Average pressure in March - Atka, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.77"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (29.48"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Atka, AK

Average wind speed in March - Atka, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 19.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (21.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Atka, AK

Average humidity in March - Atka, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Atka, AK

Average rainfall in March - Atka, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in March
Atka, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Atka, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Atka, AK

Average snowfall in March - Atka, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Atka, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Atka, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Atka, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Atka, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Atka, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Atka, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Atka, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 63).

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Average visibility in March
Atka, AK

Average visibility in March - Atka, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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