March weather forecast
Point Lay, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Point Lay, is also an arctic cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 3.7°F (-15.7°C) and an average low of -7.4°F (-21.9°C).

Temperature

Upon the onset of March, Point Lay witnesses an average high-temperature of a still arctic cold 3.7°F (-15.7°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Point Lay records an average low-temperature of -7.4°F (-21.9°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Point Lay, Alaska, during March, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. In Point Lay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.1 days and collects up to 8.19" (208mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Point Lay, Alaska, in March, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Point Lay, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.3 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of March in Point Lay, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 9:57 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 Point Lay, the average sunshine in March is 3.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Point Lay in March?

The high-temperature in Point Lay during March is 3.7°F (-15.7°C) and the low-temperature is -7.4°F (-21.9°C).

What are the most humid months in Point Lay?

The months with the highest humidity in Point Lay are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in March in Point Lay?

In March, the average relative humidity in Point Lay is 93%.

How much does it rain in Point Lay in March?

In Point Lay, in March, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Point Lay?

In Point Lay, Alaska, during March, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Point Lay have in March?

The average day length in March in Point Lay is 11h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Point Lay?

On the first day of March in Point Lay, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 9:57 pm AKDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Point Lay have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Point Lay is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Point Lay?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Point Lay.

How high is the UV index in March in Point Lay?

In Point Lay, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Point Lay, AK

Average temperature in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 3.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -7.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Point Lay, AK

Average pressure in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Point Lay, AK

Average wind speed in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Point Lay, AK

Average humidity in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

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Average rainfall in March
Point Lay, AK

Average rainfall in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Point Lay, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Point Lay, AK

Average snowfall in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (2.68").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.04").

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Average snowfall days in March
Point Lay, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.6 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Point Lay, AK

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Point Lay, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Point Lay, AK

Average UV index in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Point Lay, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 73

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in March
Point Lay, AK

Average visibility in March - Point Lay, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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