March weather forecast
Paxson, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Paxson, is a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and -1.5°F (-18.6°C).

Temperature

Paxson's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frigid cold 11.5°F (-11.4°C) in February to a subzero cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C). Paxson records an average nighttime low of -1.5°F (-18.6°C) in March.

Humidity

In Paxson, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

In Paxson, during March, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Paxson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Paxson, in March, during 12.1 snowfall days, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Paxson, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 110.4 days and aggregates up to 55.98" (1422mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Paxson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:04 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:30 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 Paxson, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Paxson is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and the low-temperature is -1.5°F (-18.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Paxson have in March?

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 7:43 am and sunset at 6:04 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:30 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Paxson, AK

Average temperature in March - Paxson, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 17.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -1.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Paxson, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Paxson, AK

Average wind speed in March - Paxson, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Paxson, AK

Average humidity in March - Paxson, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Paxson, AK

Average rainfall in March - Paxson, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Paxson, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Paxson, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Paxson, AK

Average snowfall in March - Paxson, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.08").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Paxson, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Paxson, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Paxson, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Paxson, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Paxson, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Paxson, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Paxson, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and July (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in March
Paxson, AK

Average visibility in March - Paxson, 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 and December (4mi).

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