Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Whittier's average high-temperature marks a still freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) with the advent of March, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. In Whittier, an average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) is recorded during March nights.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 92%.Rainfall
In Whittier, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whittier, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.9 days and collects up to 94.88" (2410mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Whittier, during March, snow falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 32.76" (832mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 111.4 snowfall days, and 193.66" (4919mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Whittier, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:22 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:38 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 4.8h.UV index
In Whittier, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Whittier?
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What is the UV index reading in March?
Average temperature in March
Whittier, AK
- Average high temperature in March: 26.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 11.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Whittier, AK
- Average pressure in March: 29.75"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Whittier, AK
- Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Whittier, 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 (82%).
Average rainfall in March
Whittier, AK
- Average rainfall in March: 7.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (12.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (3.9").
Average rainfall days in March
Whittier, AK
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Whittier, AK
- Average snowfall in March: 32.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (46.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Whittier, AK
- Average snowfall days in March: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Whittier, AK
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Whittier, AK
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Whittier, AK
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Whittier, AK
- Average cloud cover in March: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and June (Cloud cover 60).
Average visibility in March
Whittier, AK
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
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