Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As March unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still arctic cold 0.1°F (-17.7°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. In the month of March, Barrow records a consistent average low-temperature of -10.1°F (-23.4°C).Humidity
January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 95%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Barrow, during March, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 58.5 rainfall days, and 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall. In Barrow, during March, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 125.6 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
January through June and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: In terms of swimming, this condition is dangerously life-threatening. Water temperatures cause sharp pain and provoke immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to alleviate thermal damage.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:54 am and sunset at 6:24 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 9:37 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 in Barrow is 3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 1 in March translates into these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
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How high is the UV index in March?
Average temperature in March
Barrow, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 0.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (43.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: -10.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (37°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Barrow, AK
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Barrow, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 11.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Barrow, AK
- Average humidity in March: 95%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).
Average rainfall in March
Barrow, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").
Average rainfall days in March
Barrow, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Barrow, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 1.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.15").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").
Average snowfall days in March
Barrow, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Barrow, AK
- Average sea temperature in March: 28°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (36°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (28°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Barrow, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Barrow, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Barrow, AK
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, August, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Barrow, 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).
Average visibility in March
Barrow, 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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