March weather forecast
Port Clarence, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Port Clarence, is also a frigid cold month, with an average temperature varying between 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

Temperature

Port Clarence in March witnesses an average high-temperature of a still frigid cold 11.7°F (-11.3°C), indicating a slight variation from February's 10.6°F (-11.9°C). An average low-temperature of 1.8°F (-16.8°C) marks the nights throughout March.

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

In Port Clarence, Alaska, in March, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Port Clarence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.5 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Port Clarence, in March, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 90 snowfall days, and 20.51" (521mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of March in Port Clarence, sunrise is at 9:13 am and sunset at 7:25 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 10:00 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 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Port Clarence, is 11.7°F (-11.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Port Clarence, Alaska, is 93%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Port Clarence, during March, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Port Clarence?

In Port Clarence, in March, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Port Clarence have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:13 am and sunset at 7:25 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 10:00 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 Port Clarence have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Port Clarence, AK

Average temperature in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 11.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (50°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (1.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average pressure in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average wind speed in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 14.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12mph).

Average humidity in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average humidity in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average rainfall in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average snowfall in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Clarence, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average UV index in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in March
Port Clarence, AK

Average visibility in March - Port Clarence, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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