March weather forecast
Akutan, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Akutan, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°F (1.5°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

In Akutan, March is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Akutan, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Akutan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.8 days and collects up to 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Akutan, in March, during 13.2 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.3 snowfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Akutan, Alaska, the average seawater temperature in March is 38.8°F (3.8°C).
Note: When swimming, this condition is immediately life-threatening. Loss of control over breathing occurs instantly, impairing clear thought. It is vital to wear a specialized swimsuit to prevent thermal loss.

Daylight

In Akutan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 7:41 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 9:38 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 Akutan, Alaska, the average sunshine in March is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February through April and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Akutan's coldest month, March, registers temperatures that range from a high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) to a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

How cold is it in Akutan in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Akutan, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Akutan, in March, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Akutan, during March, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Akutan, in March, the average water temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 7:41 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 9:38 pm AKDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

February through April and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Akutan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Akutan, AK

Average temperature in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Akutan, AK

Average pressure in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.77"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (29.5"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Akutan, AK

Average wind speed in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 14.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (16.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Akutan, AK

Average humidity in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Akutan, AK

Average rainfall in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Akutan, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Akutan, AK

Average snowfall in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Akutan, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Akutan, AK

Average sea temperature in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.6°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Akutan, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Akutan, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Akutan, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 66).

Average visibility in March
Akutan, AK

Average visibility in March - Akutan, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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