March weather forecastPort Lions, AK
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Port Lions, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Temperature
In March, Port Lions experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C), closely mirroring the climate in February. March nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Port Lions, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Port Lions, Alaska, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Port Lions is 11h and 54min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:44 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 8:51 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 5.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 35.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.7"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).
Average rainfall in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 2.36"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 3.15"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in March
Port Lions, AK
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
