March weather forecastDouglas, AK
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Douglas, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and min 19°F (-7.2°C).Temperature
Douglas's weather in March indicates an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C), nearly consistent with the 26.2°F (-3.2°C) of February. Douglas throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 89%.Rainfall
In Douglas, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 5.91" (150mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Douglas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.4 days and collects up to 85.87" (2181mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Douglas, during March, snow falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 42.28" (1074mm) of snow. In Douglas, during the entire year, snow falls for 126.6 days and aggregates up to 290.12" (7369mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:38 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 4.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. 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
Average temperature in March
Douglas, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 29.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 19°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Douglas, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.88"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Douglas, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Douglas, AK
- Average humidity in March: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (86%).
Average rainfall in March
Douglas, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 5.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (4.13").
Average rainfall days in March
Douglas, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Douglas, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 42.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (62.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Douglas, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 20.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Douglas, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Douglas, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (10 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Douglas, AK
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Douglas, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 64
The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 61).
Average visibility in March
Douglas, AK
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
