Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The advent of March signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still icy 40.3°F (4.6°C), aligning closely with February. Ketchikan in March observes a slight diminution in temperature from daily highs, recording a low-temperature average of 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In Ketchikan, in March, during 15.9 rainfall days, 6.22" (158mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 221.8 rainfall days, and 80" (2032mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ketchikan, Alaska, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 11.81" (300mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 48.35" (1228mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average ocean temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).Note: While a brief time in 42.4°F (5.8°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:23 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Ketchikan, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in March?
What is the average humidity in March?
How much does it rain in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Ketchikan?
What month is the ocean coldest?
What is the ocean temperature in March?
How many hours of daylight does Ketchikan have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Ketchikan?
How many hours of sunshine does Ketchikan have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March?
Average temperature in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 40.3°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (60.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (30.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.85"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (82%).
Average rainfall in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 6.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (9.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.46").
Average rainfall days in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 11.81"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average sea temperature in March: 42.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (42.5°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).
Average visibility in March
Ketchikan, AK
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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