March weather forecast
Slana, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Slana, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from 17.1°F (-8.3°C) to a still freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Slana's average nighttime temperature descends significantly from the day's peak in March, settling at an arctic cold 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Slana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 64 days and collects up to 15.35" (390mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. During March, Slana regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow. Throughout the year, 55.39" (1407mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:59 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 8:23 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.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Slana, is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

How many days does it rain in March?

In Slana, during March, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

Throughout March, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length in Slana is 11h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:59 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 8:23 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.

Average temperature in March
Slana, AK

Average temperature in March - Slana, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (68.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.7°F).

Average rainfall in March
Slana, AK

Average rainfall in March - Slana, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.4").

Average rainfall days in March
Slana, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Slana, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Slana, AK

Average snowfall in March - Slana, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.5"

The months with the highest snowfall are October and November (9.1").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average daylight in March
Slana, AK

Average daylight in March - Slana, AK
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 6min).

Slana, Alaska, USA

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