March weather forecast
Cantwell, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a freezing cold month in Cantwell, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between -2.4°F (-19.1°C) and 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Temperature

The coming of March brings a minor shift in Cantwell's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's frigid cold 9.9°F (-12.3°C) to a subzero cold 16.3°F (-8.7°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of -2.4°F (-19.1°C).

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In Cantwell, in March, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cantwell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.9 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Cantwell, in March, snow falls for 20.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.48" (190mm) of snow. In Cantwell, during the entire year, snow falls for 145.2 days and aggregates up to 58.39" (1483mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:17 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:44 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Cantwell. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in March leads to these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Cantwell, the average high-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C), and the average low-temperature is -2.4°F (-19.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 94%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Cantwell, in March, during 20.3 snowfall days, 7.48" (190mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cantwell have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:17 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:44 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Cantwell is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Cantwell, AK

Average temperature in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 16.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -2.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in March
Cantwell, AK

Average pressure in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cantwell, AK

Average wind speed in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Cantwell, AK

Average humidity in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Cantwell, AK

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Cantwell, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cantwell, AK

Average snowfall in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (10.98").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cantwell, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and April (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cantwell, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Cantwell, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Cantwell, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in March
Cantwell, AK

Average visibility in March - Cantwell, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and November (3mi).

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