March weather forecast
Tofty, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Tofty, is a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -0.4°F (-18°C) and an average high of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Tofty notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frigid cold 8.4°F (-13.1°C) to a freezing cold 16.9°F (-8.4°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to an arctic cold -0.4°F (-18°C) in March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In Tofty, in March, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tofty, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.5 days and collects up to 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Tofty, in March, during 12.8 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Tofty, during the entire year, snow falls for 80 days and aggregates up to 26.22" (666mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:21 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:55 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 5.7h.

UV index

March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in March translates into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Tofty, 16.9°F (-8.4°C) is the average high-temperature and -0.4°F (-18°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What are the most humid months?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Tofty, the average relative humidity in March is 94%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Tofty, in March, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Tofty, the average day length in March is 11h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:21 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:55 pm AKDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Tofty, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 16.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: -0.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Tofty, AK

Average pressure in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Tofty, AK

Average wind speed in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, February, October, November and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Tofty, AK

Average humidity in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

Average rainfall in March
Tofty, AK

Average rainfall in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Tofty, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Tofty, AK

Average snowfall in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Tofty, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tofty, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Tofty, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Tofty, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Tofty, AK

Average visibility in March - Tofty, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (3mi).

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