March weather forecast
Saint Mary's, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Saint Mary's, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 5.7°F (-14.6°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

With the advent of March, Saint Mary's experiences an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. In the month of March, the average low-temperature usually rests at a frigid cold 5.7°F (-14.6°C).

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Mary's, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saint Mary's, Alaska, are January through May, September through December. In Saint Mary's, in March, during 9.3 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:51 am and sunset at 7:17 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 9:39 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 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Saint Mary's, is 18°F (-7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 5.7°F (-14.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Saint Mary's, the average relative humidity in March is 91%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in Saint Mary's, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Mary's have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:51 am and sunset at 7:17 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 9:39 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 Saint Mary's have in March?

In Saint Mary's, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Saint Mary's, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average temperature in March - Saint Mary
  • Average high temperature in March: 18°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average pressure in March - Saint Mary
  • Average pressure in March: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.91"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and December (29.67"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average wind speed in March - Saint Mary
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average humidity in March - Saint Mary
  • Average humidity in March: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average rainfall in March - Saint Mary
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and June (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Mary
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average snowfall in March - Saint Mary
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Mary
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Mary
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Mary
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average UV index in March - Saint Mary
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Mary
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in March
Saint Mary's, AK

Average visibility in March - Saint Mary
  • 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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