March weather forecast
Atqasuk, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Atqasuk, is also an arctic cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -9.2°F (-22.9°C) and 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

Temperature

In March, Atqasuk experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from -0°F (-17.8°C) in February to a still arctic cold 1.8°F (-16.8°C). In Atqasuk, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a life-threatening cold -9.2°F (-22.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In Atqasuk, in March, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Atqasuk, there are 66.3 rainfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Atqasuk. In Atqasuk, during March, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Atqasuk, during the entire year, snow falls for 134.6 days and aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Atqasuk, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of March in Atqasuk, sunrise is at 8:53 am and sunset at 6:30 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 9:36 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 Atqasuk, the average sunshine in March is 3h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Atqasuk in March?

In Atqasuk, 1.8°F (-16.8°C) is the average high-temperature and -9.2°F (-22.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month in Atqasuk?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in March in Atqasuk?

In Atqasuk, the average relative humidity in March is 94%.

How many days does it rain in March in Atqasuk?

In Atqasuk, during March, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Atqasuk?

In Atqasuk, Alaska, in March, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Atqasuk have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Atqasuk?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:53 am and sunset at 6:30 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, in Atqasuk, Alaska, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 9:36 pm AKDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Atqasuk, Alaska, is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Atqasuk?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Atqasuk?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Atqasuk, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average temperature in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 1.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -9.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average pressure in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average wind speed in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average humidity in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average rainfall in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average snowfall in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

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Average snowfall days in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Atqasuk, AK

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Atqasuk, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in March
Atqasuk, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).

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