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
Kotzebue registers an average high-temperature of a still frigid cold 11.1°F (-11.6°C) at the commencement of March, closely related to the preceding month. During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of -0.4°F (-18°C) is observed.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
In Kotzebue, in March, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.3 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Kotzebue, the average seawater temperature in March is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Note: During swimming activities, this situation is lethal and fraught with danger. The frigid water triggers acute discomfort and swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is necessary to reduce thermal harm.
Daylight
In Kotzebue, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:01 am and sunset at 7:03 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 9:46 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 Kotzebue, Alaska, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in March?
Average temperature in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 11.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: -0.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.77"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average humidity in March: 90%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 3.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average sea temperature in March: 30.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is December (29.4°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).
Average UV index in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Kotzebue, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in March
Kotzebue, 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).
Kotzebue, Alaska, USA
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