March weather forecast
Chugiak, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Chugiak, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

During March, Chugiak observes a subtle ascent to a still freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) from February's 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in the average high-temperature. The average temperature during March nights in Chugiak is registered at a frigid cold 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Chugiak, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147 rainfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Chugiak, in March, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.9 snowfall days, and 24.37" (619mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:24 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:43 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 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Chugiak, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Chugiak, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Chugiak, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chugiak have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:24 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:43 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 in Chugiak?

In Chugiak, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Chugiak, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Chugiak, AK

Average pressure in March - Chugiak, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.77"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chugiak, AK

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Chugiak, AK

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Chugiak, AK

Average rainfall in March - Chugiak, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Chugiak, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Chugiak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chugiak, AK

Average snowfall in March - Chugiak, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chugiak, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Chugiak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Chugiak, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Chugiak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Chugiak, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Chugiak, AK

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

The months with the most cloud cover are April, August and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Chugiak, AK

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

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

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