March weather forecastDillingham, AK
March
Weather in March
March marks the transition between winter and spring in Dillingham. There is a moderate increase in temperature and a notable elevation in daylight time to 11.9 hours. Blessed with 5.5 days of average rainfall, March witnesses the onset of the melting phase of snow, thereby reducing snow-cover. An increase in sunshine lends further credence to the advent of spring. March is a harbinger of the upcoming thaw and a welcome respite from the extreme winter conditions.Temperature
The arrival of March sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. An average temperature of 13.3°F (-10.4°C) marks the nights in March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 86%.Rainfall
In Dillingham, in March, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.3 rainfall days, and 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 6.02" (153mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dillingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.5 days and aggregates up to 34.53" (877mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Dillingham, Alaska, the average seawater temperature in March is 32.4°F (0.2°C).Note: While swimming, this scenario is perilously cold, dangerous, and potentially fatal. Hypothermia is almost imminent without proper insulated waterproof attire.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 54min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 7:04 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 9:15 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 Dillingham, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 25.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 13.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.79"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.61"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average humidity in March: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.42").
Average rainfall days in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 6.02"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average sea temperature in March: 32.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (31.6°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Dillingham, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and November (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in March
Dillingham, AK
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).
