March weather forecast
Elim, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Elim, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 5.7°F (-14.6°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C), subtly diverging from February's 14.7°F (-9.6°C). Elim records an average low-temperature of 5.7°F (-14.6°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Elim, in March, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.6 rainfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Elim, during March, snow falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow. In Elim, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.3 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:53 am and sunset at 7:08 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 9:40 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 Elim, the average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 5.7°F (-14.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 92%, March is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in March in Elim?

In March, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Elim, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Elim, Alaska, in March, during 16.7 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elim have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:53 am and sunset at 7:08 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 9:40 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 Elim have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Elim, AK

Average temperature in March - Elim, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 18.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Elim, AK

Average pressure in March - Elim, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elim, AK

Average wind speed in March - Elim, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Elim, AK

Average humidity in March - Elim, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Elim, AK

Average rainfall in March - Elim, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Elim, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Elim, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elim, AK

Average snowfall in March - Elim, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elim, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Elim, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elim, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Elim, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Elim, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Elim, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Elim, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in March
Elim, AK

Average visibility in March - Elim, 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, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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