March weather forecast
Nuiqsut, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an arctic cold month in Nuiqsut, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between -13.7°F (-25.4°C) and -1.5°F (-18.6°C).

Temperature

March's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still arctic cold -1.5°F (-18.6°C) from February. In Nuiqsut, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a life-threatening cold -13.7°F (-25.4°C).

Humidity

In Nuiqsut, Alaska, the average relative humidity in March is 92%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Nuiqsut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 56 days and collects up to 5.75" (146mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Nuiqsut, during March, snow falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Nuiqsut, during the entire year, snow falls for 124.7 days and aggregates up to 17.99" (457mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Nuiqsut, Alaska, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 6:05 pm AKST. On the last day of March, in Nuiqsut, Alaska, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 9:10 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 Nuiqsut, Alaska, the average sunshine in March is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Nuiqsut in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nuiqsut during March are -1.5°F (-18.6°C) and -13.7°F (-25.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Nuiqsut?

The average relative humidity in March in Nuiqsut is 92%.

How much does it rain in Nuiqsut in March?

In Nuiqsut, Alaska, in March, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Nuiqsut in March?

In Nuiqsut, Alaska, during March, snow falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nuiqsut have in March?

In Nuiqsut, Alaska, the average day length in March is 11h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Nuiqsut?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 6:05 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 9:10 pm AKDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Nuiqsut, 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 Nuiqsut?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Nuiqsut is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Nuiqsut?

The months with the lowest UV index in Nuiqsut are February, March, May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in March in Nuiqsut?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average temperature in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: -1.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -13.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average pressure in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average wind speed in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average humidity in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average rainfall in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average snowfall in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.19").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average UV index in March - Nuiqsut, 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 February, March, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Nuiqsut, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Nuiqsut, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in March
Nuiqsut, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, November and December (4mi).

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