March weather forecast
Big Delta, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a freezing cold month in Big Delta, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and min 1.9°F (-16.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's frigid cold 13.8°F (-10.1°C) to a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). In Big Delta, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to an arctic cold 1.9°F (-16.7°C).

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Big Delta, in March, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.4 rainfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are March and October, with an average 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:33 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 Big Delta, Alaska, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and the low-temperature is 1.9°F (-16.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 88%, March is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Big Delta, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are March and October, with an average 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Big Delta, in March, during 8 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length in Big Delta is 11h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:33 pm AKDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Big Delta, Alaska, 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 Big Delta, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Big Delta?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Big Delta, AK

Average temperature in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Big Delta, AK

Average pressure in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Big Delta, AK

Average wind speed in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Big Delta, AK

Average humidity in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Big Delta, AK

Average rainfall in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Big Delta, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Big Delta, AK

Average snowfall in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.99"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and October (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Big Delta, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Big Delta, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Big Delta, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Big Delta, AK

Average UV index in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Big Delta, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Big Delta, AK

Average visibility in March - Big Delta, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

Big Delta, Alaska, USA

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