March weather forecast
Port Protection, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Port Protection, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

The start of March sees the average high-temperature at a still cold 39.9°F (4.4°C), showing little difference from February's 39.6°F (4.2°C). During March, Port Protection perceives a slight decrease in temperature from daytime highs, settling at an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Port Protection, Alaska.

Rainfall

In Port Protection, in March, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 4.92" (125mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 223.5 rainfall days, and 72.17" (1833mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated. In Port Protection, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 16.02" (407mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of March in Port Protection, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:32 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Port Protection, Alaska, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Port Protection, in March, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 4.92" (125mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Port Protection, in March, during 8.2 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Port Protection, the average day length in March is 11h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Protection have in March?

In Port Protection, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Port Protection is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health 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
Port Protection, AK

Average temperature in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (35.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Port Protection, AK

Average pressure in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Port Protection, AK

Average wind speed in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Port Protection, AK

Average humidity in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Port Protection, AK

Average rainfall in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.92"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (9.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.07").

Average rainfall days in March
Port Protection, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Port Protection, AK

Average snowfall in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.17"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Port Protection, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Port Protection, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Port Protection, AK

Average UV index in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Port Protection, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and September (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in March
Port Protection, AK

Average visibility in March - Port Protection, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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