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 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
With the start of March, Platinum measures an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), not significantly differing from February's 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In Platinum, nights during March observe an average temperature decrease to a still subzero cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Platinum, Alaska, in March, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Platinum, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 21.65" (550mm) of snow.Daylight
In Platinum, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 54min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 7:18 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 9:28 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 Platinum, the average sunshine in March is 4.8h.UV index
February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Platinum, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 26.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 19.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Platinum, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.79"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.56"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Platinum, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 15.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Platinum, AK
- Average humidity in March: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Platinum, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.94").
Average rainfall days in March
Platinum, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Platinum, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 3.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Platinum, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Platinum, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Platinum, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7 days).
Average UV index in March
Platinum, AK
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Platinum, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in March
Platinum, AK
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, November and December (5mi).
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