March weather forecast
Copper Center, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Copper Center, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 3.2°F (-16°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

As Copper Center transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from 15.3°F (-9.3°C) in February to a still subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 3.2°F (-16°C) is observed in Copper Center.

Humidity

In Copper Center, the average relative humidity in March is 89%.

Rainfall

In Copper Center, during March, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. In Copper Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.1 days and collects up to 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Copper Center, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Copper Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Copper Center, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:06 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:27 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 Copper Center, the average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 3.2°F (-16°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Copper Center, the average relative humidity in March is 89%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Copper Center, in March, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Copper Center, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Copper Center?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Copper Center?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:06 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:27 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 is 7.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Copper Center, AK

Average temperature in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Copper Center, AK

Average pressure in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September, October, November and December (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Copper Center, AK

Average wind speed in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Copper Center, AK

Average humidity in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Copper Center, AK

Average rainfall in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Copper Center, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Copper Center, AK

Average snowfall in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Copper Center, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Copper Center, AK

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 14h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Copper Center, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Copper Center, AK

Average UV index in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Copper Center, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Copper Center, AK

Average visibility in March - Copper Center, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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