March weather forecast
Chiniak, AK

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chiniak, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.8°F (2.1°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

March denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) from February's 36.3°F (2.4°C). In Chiniak, March nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

March and November, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months in Chiniak.

Rainfall

In Chiniak, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chiniak, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Chiniak. The month with the most snowfall in Chiniak is March, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:42 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 8:48 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 Chiniak, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chiniak is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Chiniak in March?

In Chiniak, 35.8°F (2.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the least humid month in Chiniak?

The months with the lowest humidity in Chiniak, Alaska, are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in March in Chiniak?

The average relative humidity in March in Chiniak is 80%.

How much does it rain in Chiniak in March?

In Chiniak, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Chiniak?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Chiniak. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Chiniak in March?

In Chiniak, in March, during 8.5 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Chiniak?

The average day length in March in Chiniak is 11h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Chiniak?

On the first day of March in Chiniak, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:42 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 8:48 pm AKDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Chiniak, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Chiniak have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Chiniak?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Chiniak, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chiniak, AK

Average temperature in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Chiniak, AK

Average pressure in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Chiniak, AK

Average wind speed in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Chiniak, AK

Average humidity in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

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Average rainfall in March
Chiniak, AK

Average rainfall in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
Chiniak, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Chiniak, AK

Average snowfall in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Chiniak, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chiniak, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chiniak, AK

Average UV index in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Chiniak, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in March
Chiniak, AK

Average visibility in March - Chiniak, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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