March weather forecastGirdwood, AK
March
Weather in March
Moving into March, the weather in Girdwood, Alaska treads a delicate line between late winter and early spring. Compared to February, a minor rise in both high and low temperatures sets the prelude to the seasonal transition. Whereas, compared to April, this month is notably cooler, sees less daylight and keeps wintry conditions lingering, with average snowfall amounting to a significant 7.6" (193mm).Temperature
Transitioning into March, Girdwood records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), almost identical to February's 22.3°F (-5.4°C). During March, Girdwood's temperature averages to an extreme cold 10.8°F (-11.8°C) at night.Humidity
March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Girdwood, in March, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Girdwood, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.4 snowfall days, and 43.31" (1100mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Girdwood is 11h and 53min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:23 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:41 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
The average sunshine in March is 4.9h.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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 26.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 10.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.75"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average humidity in March: 92%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").
Average rainfall days in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 7.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).
Average UV index in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).
Average visibility in March
Girdwood, AK
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).
