March weather forecast
Butte, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Butte, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 10.2°F (-12.1°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C), showing a minute difference from February's 23.2°F (-4.9°C). During the nights in March, Butte observes an average low-temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, March is the most humid month in Butte, Alaska.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 190.7 rainfall days, and 17.4" (442mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Butte, in March, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.47" (139mm) of snow. In Butte, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.2 days and aggregates up to 33.5" (851mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:22 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:41 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 Butte, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 10.2°F (-12.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Butte?

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Butte, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Butte, in March, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Butte have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:22 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:41 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 Butte have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Butte is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Butte, AK

Average temperature in March - Butte, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Butte, AK

Average pressure in March - Butte, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.78"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Butte, AK

Average wind speed in March - Butte, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Butte, AK

Average humidity in March - Butte, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Butte, AK

Average rainfall in March - Butte, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Butte, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Butte, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Butte, AK

Average snowfall in March - Butte, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Butte, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Butte, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Butte, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Butte, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Butte, AK

Average UV index in March - Butte, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Butte, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Butte, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Butte, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and April (4mi).

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