March weather forecast
Atka, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Atka, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of March, an average high temperature of a still wintry 37°F (2.8°C) is noted, consistent with that of February. Nights in March cool down, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Atka, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Atka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.3 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Atka. In Atka, in March, during 10 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Atka, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.7 days and aggregates up to 16.3" (414mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 7:17 pm HST. On the last day of March, in Atka, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 9:10 pm HDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from HST to HDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from HDT to HST.

Sunshine

In Atka, the average sunshine in March is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April and December, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Atka, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Atka, during March, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 7:17 pm HST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 9:10 pm HDT.

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 HST to HDT. 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 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Atka, AK

Average temperature in March - Atka, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (52°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°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 (33.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Atka, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (29.48"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Atka, AK

Average wind speed in March - Atka, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 19.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (21.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Atka, AK

Average humidity in March - Atka, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Atka, AK

Average rainfall in March - Atka, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Atka, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Atka, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Atka, AK

Average snowfall in March - Atka, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Atka, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Atka, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Atka, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Atka, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Atka, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Atka, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Atka, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 63).

Average visibility in March
Atka, AK

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

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

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