March weather forecast
Houston, AK

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Weather in March

March ushers in the transition from winter to spring in Houston. The slight increase in temperature, daylight hours, and ultraviolet rays hint at this change. However, the cold cannot be ignored, particularly in early March when temperatures remain on the lower side. A note of significance is the increased snowfall, which reaches an annual high of 5.24" (133mm). Nonetheless, late March starts to show promising signs of warmer weather to come.

Temperature

The arrival of March in Houston, Alaska, introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C) in February to a still freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In the month of March, Houston witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Houston is March, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Houston, in March, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Houston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.1 days and collects up to 13.86" (352mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Houston, Alaska, in March, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.9 snowfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Houston, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:25 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:44 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 in Houston is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Houston is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Houston?

During March, Houston experiences an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Houston?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in March in Houston?

In March, the average relative humidity in Houston is 89%.

How many days does it rain in March in Houston?

In Houston, in March, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Houston in March?

In Houston, in March, during 9.3 snowfall days, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Houston have in March?

In March, the average day length in Houston, Alaska, is 11h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Houston?

On the first day of March in Houston, Alaska, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:25 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:44 pm AKDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Houston?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Houston, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Houston?

The average sunshine duration in March in Houston is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Houston?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Houston, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Houston, AK

Average temperature in March - Houston, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Houston, AK

Average pressure in March - Houston, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.79"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.7"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Houston, AK

Average wind speed in March - Houston, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Houston, AK

Average humidity in March - Houston, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (61%).

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Average rainfall in March
Houston, AK

Average rainfall in March - Houston, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Houston, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Houston, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Houston, AK

Average snowfall in March - Houston, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Houston, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Houston, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Houston, AK

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Houston, AK
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Houston, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Houston, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Houston, AK

Average UV index in March - Houston, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Houston, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Houston, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in March
Houston, AK

Average visibility in March - Houston, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (4mi).

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