March weather - Spring 2024

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 sea temperature 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

A winter day in Kotzebue Village, Alaska - the sunlit buildings and snow-peaked mountains afar

Weather in March

As the snow begins to dissipate in March, with a decline to 11.7 days of snow and the total falling to 3.98" (101mm), the frigid temperatures of Kotzebue persist. As the winter season draws to a close, a marked increase in daylight hours becomes evident, lending more time for residents and visitors to engage in various outdoor activities. There is a slow but sure transition out of the raw cold, marking the approaching spring. Nevertheless, cold-weather gear remains a necessity for travel and outdoor activities.

Temperature

Kotzebue registers an average high-temperature of a still frigid cold 11.1°F (-11.6°C) at the commencement of March, closely related to the preceding month. During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of -0.4°F (-18°C) is observed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Kotzebue, in March, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.3 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Kotzebue, the average seawater temperature in March is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).
Note: During swimming activities, this situation is lethal and fraught with danger. The frigid water triggers acute discomfort and swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is necessary to reduce thermal harm.

Daylight

In Kotzebue, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:01 am and sunset at 7:03 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 9:46 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 Kotzebue, Alaska, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

Kotzebue in March has an average high-temperature of 11.1°F (-11.6°C) and an average low-temperature of -0.4°F (-18°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Kotzebue?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Kotzebue, Alaska. Snow falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Kotzebue have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:01 am and sunset at 7:03 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 9:46 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Kotzebue, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

9.5°F -12.5°C

11.1°F -11.6°C

25.3°F -3.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.4mph 20km/h

10.6mph 17.1km/h

9.6mph 15.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

12.2

11.7

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.3

17.6

16.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average high temperature in March: 11.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).

Average low temperature in March: -0.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average humidity in March: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average rainfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average snowfall in March: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average snowfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average sea temperature in March: 30.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is December (29.4°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kotzebue, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Kotzebue, AK

Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

March weather forecast
Kotzebue, AK

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