March weather forecast
Knik, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Knik, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Temperature

As Knik transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from 23.9°F (-4.5°C) in February to a still subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). An average low-temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during March.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, March is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Knik, Alaska, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Knik, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Knik, in March, during 9.9 snowfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Knik, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 22.48" (571mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:25 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:44 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 Knik, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Knik, records 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Knik, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Knik, Alaska, in March, during 9.9 snowfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:25 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:44 pm AKDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Knik?

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Knik, AK

Average temperature in March - Knik, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Knik, AK

Average pressure in March - Knik, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.77"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Knik, AK

Average wind speed in March - Knik, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Knik, AK

Average humidity in March - Knik, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

Average rainfall in March
Knik, AK

Average rainfall in March - Knik, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Knik, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Knik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Knik, AK

Average snowfall in March - Knik, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Knik, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Knik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Knik, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Knik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Knik, AK

Average UV index in March - Knik, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Knik, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Knik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Knik, AK

Average visibility in March - Knik, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).

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