March weather forecast
Big Lake, AK

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Weather in March

Crafting a transition between winter and spring, March in Big Lake, Alaska, shows slightly warmer temperatures. This shift enables residents to immerse themselves more in outdoor activities. An interesting aspect of March weather is the consistent snowfall from February, measured at 4.06" (103mm). As April arrives, the climate begins to shake off the last traces of winter, featuring lesser snow and a considerable increase in temperatures. The subtle advent of spring positively impacts the city's atmosphere.

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's 23.9°F (-4.5°C) to a still freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature in Big Lake averages to a still subzero cold 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Humidity

March is the most humid month in Big Lake, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Big Lake, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Big Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Big Lake, during March, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow. In Big Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 22.48" (571mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:26 pm AKST. On the last day of March, in Big Lake, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:45 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 in Big Lake, Alaska, is 7.1h.

UV index

In Big Lake, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. 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 March in Big Lake?

In Big Lake, in March, the average high-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Big Lake?

March is the most humid month in Big Lake, Alaska, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in March in Big Lake?

The average relative humidity in March in Big Lake is 88%.

How much does it rain in Big Lake in March?

In March, in Big Lake, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Big Lake?

In March, in Big Lake, Alaska, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout March, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Big Lake have in March?

In Big Lake, the average day length in March is 11h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Big Lake?

On the first day of March in Big Lake, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:26 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:45 pm AKDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Big Lake have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Big Lake?

In Big Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Big Lake, AK

Average temperature in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Big Lake, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Big Lake, AK

Average wind speed in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Big Lake, AK

Average humidity in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

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Average rainfall in March
Big Lake, AK

Average rainfall in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Big Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Big Lake, AK

Average snowfall in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Big Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Big Lake, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Big Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Big Lake, AK

Average UV index in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Big Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Big Lake, AK

Average visibility in March - Big Lake, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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