Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frigid cold 8.4°F (-13.1°C) in February to a freezing cold 15.1°F (-9.4°C). An average low-temperature of -0.4°F (-18°C) is noted during the nights in March.Humidity
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 96%, are the most humid months in Galena, Alaska.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.7 rainfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, in Galena, Alaska, it is snowing for 20.3 days. Throughout March, 6.65" (169mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.2 snowfall days, and 43.07" (1094mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Galena is 11h and 51min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 9:19 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 3.3h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in March interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is March in Galena?
What are the most humid months in Galena?
What is the average humidity in March in Galena?
How much does it rain in Galena in March?
How much does it snow in Galena in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Galena?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Galena?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Galena?
How long on average sun shines in March in Galena?
When is the lowest UV index in Galena?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Galena?
Average temperature in March
Galena, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 15.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: -0.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Galena, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.93"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.76"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Galena, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 5.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Galena, 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 (59%).
Average rainfall in March
Galena, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Galena, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Galena, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 6.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Galena, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Galena, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Galena, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Galena, AK
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Galena, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 74
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in March
Galena, AK
- Average visibility in March: 2mi
The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (2mi).
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