March weather forecastNenana, AK
March
Weather in March
In March, the winter begins to yield in Nenana, Alaska, as noticeable changes start appearing in the weather patterns. With temperatures hovering around the freezing point, the snow begins to melt, giving way to budding flowers and greenery. The chilly nights of February fade away, allowing the longer daylight hours to take hold. This month anticipates the mild and pleasant transition to a much-awaited spring. Outdoor activities get a boost as residents come out of hibernation and the city comes alive with the hum of the coming season.Temperature
Nenana's March weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from a frigid cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C) in February to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 2.1°F (-16.6°C) in March.Humidity
January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 95%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout March, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.9 rainfall days, and 10.75" (273mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Nenana, in March, during 14.4 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Nenana, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.5 days and aggregates up to 24.09" (612mm) of snow.Daylight
In Nenana, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 51min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:15 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:47 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 4.1h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Nenana, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 20.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 2.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Nenana, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Nenana, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August, September and October (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Nenana, AK
- Average humidity in March: 95%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).
Average rainfall in March
Nenana, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Nenana, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Nenana, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 3.78"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Nenana, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nenana, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Nenana, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Nenana, 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, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Nenana, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in March
Nenana, AK
- Average visibility in March: 2mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (2mi).
