Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As Barrow steps into March, the average high-temperature holds at a still arctic cold 0.1°F (-17.7°C), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. Barrow, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of -10.1°F (-23.4°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Barrow are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 95%.Rainfall
In Barrow, in March, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Barrow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 58.5 days and collects up to 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall in Barrow. In March, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Barrow, Alaska, there are 125.6 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
The months with the coldest seawater are January through June and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).Note: In the realm of swimming, this state is extremely cold, treacherous, and life-threatening. Without properly insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia develops almost immediately.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 47min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:54 am and sunset at 6:24 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 9:37 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 3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Barrow are January through March, May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Barrow in March?
What are the most humid months in Barrow?
What is the average humidity in March in Barrow?
How much does it rain in Barrow in March?
How much does it snow in Barrow in March?
When is the ocean coldest in Barrow?
How cold is the water in March in Barrow?
How many hours of daylight does Barrow have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Barrow?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Barrow?
How many hours of sunshine does Barrow have in March?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Barrow?
What is the UV index reading in March in Barrow?
Average temperature in March
Barrow, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 0.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (43.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: -10.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (37°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Barrow, AK
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Barrow, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 11.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Barrow, AK
- Average humidity in March: 95%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).
Average rainfall in March
Barrow, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").
Average rainfall days in March
Barrow, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Barrow, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 1.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.15").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").
Average snowfall days in March
Barrow, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Barrow, AK
- Average sea temperature in March: 28°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (36°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (28°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Barrow, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Barrow, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Barrow, AK
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, August, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Barrow, 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).
Average visibility in March
Barrow, 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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