March weather forecastPoint MacKenzie, AK
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Point MacKenzie, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and min 14.5°F (-9.7°C).Temperature
The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's 23.9°F (-4.5°C) to a still freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). During March, Point MacKenzie observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).Humidity
The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
In Point MacKenzie, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout March, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated. In Point MacKenzie, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 22.48" (571mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:26 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:45 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.1h.UV index
In Point MacKenzie, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 29.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 14.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.77"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average humidity in March: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).
Average rainfall in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 4.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Point MacKenzie, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Point MacKenzie, 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).
