March weather forecastPalmer, AK
March
Weather in March
March in Palmer signifies the transition from winter to spring. From February to March, the average temperature increases notably, offering residents some relief from the harsh winter cold. The significant increase in daylight hours from 9 hours to almost 12 hours is a welcome change for locals. Despite being a spring month, Palmer can experience occasional snowfall in March. April leads to a further increase in temperature, significantly reducing the likelihood of snow, and ushers Palmer into true spring.Temperature
The onset of March manifests an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Palmer, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to an extreme cold 10.2°F (-12.1°C).Humidity
March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
In Palmer, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palmer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.7 days and collects up to 17.4" (442mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, in Palmer, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is accumulated. In Palmer, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.2 days and aggregates up to 33.5" (851mm) of snow.Daylight
In Palmer, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:22 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:41 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 Palmer, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value 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:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Palmer, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 27.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 10.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Palmer, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.78"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).
Average wind speed in March
Palmer, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).
Average humidity in March
Palmer, AK
- Average humidity in March: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Palmer, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
Palmer, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Palmer, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 5.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Palmer, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palmer, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
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: 7h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Palmer, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Palmer, AK
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Palmer, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in March
Palmer, AK
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and April (4mi).
