March weather forecast
Shungnak, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a frigid cold month in Shungnak, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 10.8°F (-11.8°C) and min -7.2°F (-21.8°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Shungnak notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 5.4°F (-14.8°C) to a still frigid cold 10.8°F (-11.8°C). Shungnak's temperature lowers to a mean of -7.2°F (-21.8°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Shungnak, in March, during 2.4 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 84.2 rainfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 9.8" (249mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.1 snowfall days, and 61.46" (1561mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 6:41 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 9:25 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 Shungnak, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Shungnak, records 10.8°F (-11.8°C), while the low-temperature is -7.2°F (-21.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Shungnak, in March, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Shungnak, in March, during 12.3 snowfall days, 9.8" (249mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shungnak have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 6:41 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 9:25 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 long on average sun shines in March in Shungnak?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Shungnak, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shungnak, AK

Average temperature in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 10.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Shungnak, AK

Average pressure in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.79"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shungnak, AK

Average wind speed in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, April, July, August and September (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Shungnak, AK

Average humidity in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (55%).

Average rainfall in March
Shungnak, AK

Average rainfall in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Shungnak, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shungnak, AK

Average snowfall in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shungnak, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shungnak, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Shungnak, AK

Average UV index in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Shungnak, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and August (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in March
Shungnak, AK

Average visibility in March - Shungnak, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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