March weather forecast
Ester, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a subzero cold month in Ester, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low of 2.3°F (-16.5°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight rise in Ester's average high-temperature, moving from a frigid cold 12°F (-11.1°C) in February to a freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). In March, Ester encounters an average low-temperature of 2.3°F (-16.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout March, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.7 rainfall days, and 10.75" (273mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ester, in March, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.4 snowfall days, and 25" (635mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:10 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 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 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Ester in March has an average high-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 2.3°F (-16.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In Ester, the average relative humidity in March is 94%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout March, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ester, in March, during 12.5 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ester have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:10 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 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 in Ester, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ester?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Ester, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ester, AK

Average temperature in March - Ester, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9°F).

Average pressure in March
Ester, AK

Average pressure in March - Ester, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ester, AK

Average wind speed in March - Ester, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August, October, November and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Ester, AK

Average humidity in March - Ester, 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 (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Ester, AK

Average rainfall in March - Ester, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Ester, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Ester, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ester, AK

Average snowfall in March - Ester, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ester, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Ester, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ester, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Ester, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Ester, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ester, AK

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

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Ester, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (3mi).

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