March weather forecast
Wainwright, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Wainwright, is still a polar cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 1.8°F (-16.8°C) and min -9.2°F (-22.9°C).

Temperature

Wainwright marks the onset of March with an average high-temperature of a still polar cold 1.8°F (-16.8°C), a subtle shift from February's -0°F (-17.8°C). Wainwright records an average nighttime low-temperature of -9.2°F (-22.9°C) throughout March.

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In March, in Wainwright, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wainwright, there are 66.3 rainfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wainwright, during the entire year, snow falls for 134.6 days and aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Wainwright is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 9:04 am and sunset at 6:40 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 9:47 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 Wainwright is 3h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in March translates into this advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wainwright in March?

In Wainwright, in March, the average high-temperature is 1.8°F (-16.8°C), and the average low-temperature is -9.2°F (-22.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Wainwright?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are most humid months in Wainwright, Alaska.

What is the average humidity in March in Wainwright?

In March, the average relative humidity is 94%.

How much does it rain in Wainwright in March?

In Wainwright, in March, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Wainwright?

In March, in Wainwright, Alaska, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wainwright have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Wainwright?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:04 am and sunset at 6:40 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, in Wainwright, Alaska, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 9:47 pm AKDT.

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

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

In Wainwright, the average sunshine duration in March is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wainwright?

The months with the lowest UV index in Wainwright, Alaska, are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in March in Wainwright?

In Wainwright, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Wainwright, AK

Average temperature in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 1.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -9.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Wainwright, AK

Average pressure in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Wainwright, AK

Average wind speed in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Wainwright, AK

Average humidity in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

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Average snowfall days in March
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Wainwright, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Wainwright, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Wainwright, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in March
Wainwright, AK

Average visibility in March - Wainwright, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).

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