March weather forecast
Bettles, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still an extremely cold month in Bettles, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and -6.5°F (-21.4°C).

Temperature

March introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's extreme cold 5.4°F (-14.8°C) to an extremely cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C). In the month of March, an average of -6.5°F (-21.4°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 92%.

Rainfall

In Bettles, Alaska, during March, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bettles, there are 76.6 rainfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Bettles, during March, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.7 snowfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:19 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 9:02 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 Bettles, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

January, March, April, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and -6.5°F (-21.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Bettles?

In Bettles, the average relative humidity in March is 92%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Bettles, in March, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Bettles, in March, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Bettles, the average day length in March is 11h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:19 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 9:02 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 many hours of sunshine does Bettles have in March?

In Bettles, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bettles, AK

Average temperature in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 13.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (68.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -6.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Bettles, AK

Average pressure in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bettles, AK

Average wind speed in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Bettles, AK

Average humidity in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Bettles, AK

Average rainfall in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Bettles, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bettles, AK

Average snowfall in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bettles, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bettles, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bettles, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, September, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Bettles, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Bettles, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Bettles, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (3mi).

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