March weather forecast
Saxman, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Saxman, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still icy 40.3°F (4.6°C), not significantly different from the 37°F (2.8°C) of February. Saxman reports an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during the subtly cooler March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Saxman is 83%.

Rainfall

In Saxman, in March, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 6.22" (158mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 221.8 rainfall days, and 80" (2032mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Saxman, during March, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.81" (300mm) of snow. In Saxman, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 48.35" (1228mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:22 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Saxman, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

In Saxman, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Saxman, is 40.3°F (4.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout March, 6.22" (158mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 11.81" (300mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Saxman have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:22 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Saxman have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Saxman, AK

Average temperature in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (60.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (30.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Saxman, AK

Average pressure in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saxman, AK

Average wind speed in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Saxman, AK

Average humidity in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (82%).

Average rainfall in March
Saxman, AK

Average rainfall in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 6.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (9.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Saxman, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saxman, AK

Average snowfall in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 11.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saxman, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saxman, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Saxman, AK

Average UV index in March - Saxman, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Saxman, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

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

Average visibility in March
Saxman, AK

Average visibility in March - Saxman, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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