March weather forecast
Fairbanks, OR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fairbanks, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.4°F (0.8°C) and max 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Fairbanks experiences an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.2 rainfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Fairbanks aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Fairbanks, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:51 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:31 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.6h.

UV index

In Fairbanks, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairbanks in March?

The high-temperature during March is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Fairbanks aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Fairbanks, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:51 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:31 pm PDT.

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 PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairbanks have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average temperature in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average pressure in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average wind speed in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average humidity in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average rainfall in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average snowfall in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average UV index in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Fairbanks, OR

Average visibility in March - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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