March weather forecast
Chiniak, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Chiniak, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Chiniak, Alaska, signifies an average high-temperature of a still cold 35.8°F (2.1°C) in March, closely mirroring the 36.3°F (2.4°C) of February. A mild drop to an average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) marks the nights during March.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Chiniak, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chiniak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chiniak are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:42 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 8:48 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 Chiniak, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Chiniak?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Chiniak, is 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What are the least humid months?

March and November, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Chiniak, in March, during 8.5 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:42 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 8:48 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 Chiniak have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Chiniak is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Chiniak, AK

Average pressure in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chiniak, AK

Average wind speed in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Chiniak, AK

Average humidity in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Chiniak, AK

Average rainfall in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Chiniak, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chiniak, AK

Average snowfall in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chiniak, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chiniak, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Chiniak, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Chiniak, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in March
Chiniak, AK

Average visibility in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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