March weather forecastNome, AK

Broken trees, a small river, and shrubs afar in the historical gold rush site of Nome Creek, Alaska, in the White Mountains

March

Weather in March

March ushers in spring in Nome, Alaska, slightly raising the temperatures from February, retaining the chilly charm. However, snowfall reaches a peak for the year in this month, leading to an ultimate paradise for snow enthusiasts. The transition between winter and spring disciplines the weather conditions to become more unpredictable. Days begin to lengthen, but evenings still offer a grand stage for the magnificent Aurora Borealis. The annual Iditarod Dog Sled race concludes in March, attracting spectators and competitors worldwide.

Temperature

The onset of March notes an average high-temperature of a subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C), subtly shifted from February's 13.5°F (-10.3°C). Nome reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 2.8°F (-16.2°C) in March.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months in Nome.

Rainfall

In Nome, during March, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 81.6 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.7 days and accumulates 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).
Note: In relation to swimming, the extreme cold, danger, and potential fatality of this situation are apparent. Without suitable insulated waterproof clothing, the onset of hypothermia is quick.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:06 am and sunset at 7:21 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 9:52 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 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Updated: Jul 5, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 2.8°F (-16.2°C) respectively.

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

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

In Nome, Alaska, in March, during 2.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.7 days and accumulates 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

In March, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated.

January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

In Nome, the average seawater temperature in March is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

In Nome, the average day length in March is 11h and 52min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:06 am and sunset at 7:21 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 9:52 pm AKDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

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

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

13.5°F

15.3°F

27.3°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.1mph

10.1mph

9.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

8.8

8.7

8.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.2

20.8

18.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Nome, AK

Average high temperature in March: 15.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).

Average low temperature in March: 2.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Nome, AK

Average pressure in March: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Nome, AK

Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Nome, AK

Average humidity in March: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Nome, AK

Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Nome, AK

Average rainfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nome, AK

Average snowfall in March: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Nome, AK

Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Nome, AK

Average sea temperature in March: 28.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (52.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March and April (28.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nome, 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 12min).

Average sunshine in March: 5h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nome, AK

Average sunshine days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Nome, AK

Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Nome, AK

Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in March
Nome, AK

Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).