March weather forecast
Lake Minchumina, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a subzero cold month in Lake Minchumina, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3.2°F (-16°C) and an average high of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

As Lake Minchumina transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a frigid cold 9°F (-12.8°C) in February to a freezing cold 16.5°F (-8.6°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 3.2°F (-16°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 95%, March is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117 rainfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Lake Minchumina, in March, during 16.3 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake Minchumina, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.6 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:30 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:58 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 4.3h.

UV index

February, March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Lake Minchumina. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

During March, Lake Minchumina experiences an average high-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and a low-temperature of 3.2°F (-16°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Lake Minchumina is March, with an average relative humidity of 95%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 95%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lake Minchumina, in March, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Lake Minchumina, during March, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Lake Minchumina, 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 8:12 am and sunset at 6:30 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:58 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 many hours of sunshine does Lake Minchumina have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Lake Minchumina is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

February, March, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average temperature in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 16.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (68.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average pressure in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.92"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.75"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average wind speed in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average humidity in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 95%

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

Average rainfall in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average rainfall in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average snowfall in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average UV index in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in March
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average visibility in March - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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