March weather forecastChiniak, AK
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Chiniak, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Temperature
Chiniak, Alaska, signifies an average high-temperature of a still cold 35.8°F (2.1°C) in March, closely mirroring the 36.3°F (2.4°C) of February. A mild drop to an average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) marks the nights during March.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Chiniak, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chiniak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Chiniak are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 54min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:42 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 8:48 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 Chiniak, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 35.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.7"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).
Average rainfall in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 2.36"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 3.15"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in March
Chiniak, AK
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
