March weather forecastFort Yukon, AK
March
Weather in March
By March, the blanket of snow is ever-present. But with mean temperatures inching upwards from -12.6°F (-24.8°C) to -4.7°F (-20.4°C), and daylight hours starting to extend, the arrival of spring makes its subtle signs. Even though the mercury doesn’t rise significantly, the increasing UV Index hints at the impending seasonal change. During this stage, snowfall still rules the terrain. Notwithstanding, the densifying sunlight brings a hint of optimism.Temperature
March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's polar cold 1.8°F (-16.8°C) to an extremely cold 11.8°F (-11.2°C). In the month of March, Fort Yukon records a consistent average low-temperature of -4.7°F (-20.4°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 96%.Rainfall
In Fort Yukon, in March, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Yukon, there are 63.3 rainfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Yukon, in March, snow falls for 14.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. In Fort Yukon, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.1 days and aggregates up to 20.63" (524mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:54 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:36 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 3.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. 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
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 11.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: -4.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18°F).
Average pressure in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.79"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, February and December (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average humidity in March: 96%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).
Average rainfall in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").
Average rainfall days in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 2.68"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Fort Yukon, AK
- Average visibility in March: 3mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (2mi).
