March weather forecast
Holy Cross, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Holy Cross, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.2°F (-14.9°C) and 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

The start of March sees the average high-temperature at a still subzero cold 19.2°F (-7.1°C), showing little difference from February's 14.2°F (-9.9°C). March nights observe an average temperature dip to an extreme cold 5.2°F (-14.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 95%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Holy Cross are January through May, September through December. In Holy Cross, during March, snow falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 111.6 snowfall days, and 51.93" (1319mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Holy Cross, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 7:03 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 9:25 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 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during March translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and 5.2°F (-14.9°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 95%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Holy Cross, the average relative humidity in March is 95%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Holy Cross?

In Holy Cross, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Holy Cross, during March, snow falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Holy Cross have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 7:03 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 9:25 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 Holy Cross, 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 Holy Cross have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Holy Cross?

In Holy Cross, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average temperature in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 19.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average pressure in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.91"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average wind speed in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average humidity in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average rainfall in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average snowfall in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Holy Cross, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average UV index in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in March
Holy Cross, AK

Average visibility in March - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April and December (3mi).

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