March weather forecast
Butte, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Butte, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 10.2°F (-12.1°C) and max 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The advent of March observes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C), nearly identical to February's 23.2°F (-4.9°C). March's nights observe an average temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, March is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Butte, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 190.7 rainfall days, and 17.4" (442mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Butte, during March, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Butte, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 33.5" (851mm) 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 7:54 am and sunset at 6:22 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:41 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 Butte, Alaska, is 7.4h.

UV index

In Butte, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Butte in March?

March temperatures in Butte vary between a high-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Butte?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, March is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in March in Butte?

In March, the average relative humidity in Butte is 87%.

How much does it rain in Butte in March?

In Butte, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Butte?

In Butte, in March, during 13.3 snowfall days, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Butte?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Butte?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:22 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:41 pm AKDT.

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

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 in Butte?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Butte?

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 UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Butte, AK

Average temperature in March - Butte, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Butte, AK

Average pressure in March - Butte, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.78"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.7"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Butte, AK

Average wind speed in March - Butte, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Butte, AK

Average humidity in March - Butte, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Butte, AK

Average rainfall in March - Butte, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in March
Butte, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Butte, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Butte, AK

Average snowfall in March - Butte, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Butte, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Butte, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 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
Butte, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Butte, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Butte, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Butte, AK

Average UV index in March - Butte, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Butte, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Butte, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Butte, AK

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

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

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