March weather forecast
Kaltag, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a freezing cold month in Kaltag, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and 1.4°F (-17°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's extreme cold 9.9°F (-12.3°C) to a subzero cold 16.2°F (-8.8°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 1.4°F (-17°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kaltag, in March, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kaltag, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 15.43" (392mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Kaltag. In March, it is snowing for 17.2 days. Throughout March, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.4 snowfall days, and 51.85" (1317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 6:54 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:51 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

In March, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Kaltag, 16.2°F (-8.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 1.4°F (-17°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 95%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Kaltag, in March, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Kaltag, during March, snow falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kaltag have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 6:54 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, in Kaltag, sunrise is at 7:51 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, 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 Kaltag, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kaltag, AK

Average temperature in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 16.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Kaltag, AK

Average pressure in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.91"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February, March and May (29.91"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.74"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Kaltag, AK

Average wind speed in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Kaltag, AK

Average humidity in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Kaltag, AK

Average rainfall in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Kaltag, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kaltag, AK

Average snowfall in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Kaltag, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kaltag, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Kaltag, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Kaltag, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Kaltag, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in March
Kaltag, AK

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

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

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