March weather forecast
Soldotna, AK

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A beautiful panorama of the river and road network in Soldotna, Alaska
A beautiful panorama of the river and road network in Soldotna, Alaska

Weather in March

March signals the transition from the biting winter to a slightly warmer spring in Soldotna. Characterized by climbing temperatures, this month sees the thawing of the often frozen landscape. A decrease in snowfall to around 5.08" (129mm) compared with February is seen as well. The onset of spring awakens nature as days gradually lengthen and locals shed the heavy winter layers. Despite the lingering chill, Soldotna starts to buzz with the signs of seasonal change.

Temperature

With March's arrival, Soldotna notes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Soldotna, in March, experiences an average temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) at night.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months in Soldotna.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 74.6 snowfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Soldotna, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:32 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:47 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

The average sunshine in March in Soldotna, Alaska, is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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: A typical high UV index of 1 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Soldotna?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Soldotna, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Soldotna?

The months with the highest humidity in Soldotna are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in March in Soldotna?

The average relative humidity in March is 90%.

What is the driest month in Soldotna?

March is the month with the least rainfall in Soldotna, Alaska. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Soldotna in March?

In Soldotna, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Soldotna?

In Soldotna, Alaska, in March, during 12.8 snowfall days, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Soldotna?

In Soldotna, Alaska, the average day length in March is 11h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Soldotna?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:32 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, in Soldotna, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:47 pm AKDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Soldotna have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Soldotna?

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in March in Soldotna?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Soldotna, AK

Average temperature in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Soldotna, AK

Average pressure in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.74"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.64"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Soldotna, AK

Average wind speed in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Soldotna, AK

Average humidity in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

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Average rainfall in March
Soldotna, AK

Average rainfall in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in March
Soldotna, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Soldotna, AK

Average snowfall in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Soldotna, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Soldotna, AK

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Soldotna, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Soldotna, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Soldotna, AK

Average UV index in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Soldotna, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Soldotna, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in March
Soldotna, AK

Average visibility in March - Soldotna, 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 and March (4mi).

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