Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The ushering in of March brings an average high-temperature of a still icy 34.2°F (1.2°C), closely mirroring the 32.2°F (0.1°C) of February. Orca sustains an average of approximately a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C) during March nights, with little variation from daytime highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Orca is 79%.Rainfall
In Orca, during March, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation. In Orca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.3 days and collects up to 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.4 days. Throughout March, 13.03" (331mm) of snow is accumulated. In Orca, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.1 days and aggregates up to 74.57" (1894mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Orca is 11h and 53min.On the first day of March in Orca, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:26 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 Orca, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Orca?
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What is the UV index intensity in March in Orca?
Average temperature in March
Orca, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 34.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Orca, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.76"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Orca, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Orca, AK
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Orca, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 4.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").
Average rainfall days in March
Orca, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Orca, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 13.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Orca, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Orca, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Orca, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).
Average UV index in March
Orca, AK
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Orca, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in March
Orca, AK
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August and December (5mi).
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