March weather forecast
McCarthy, AK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in McCarthy, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

Temperature

At the start of March, McCarthy's average high-temperature reaches a still subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C), subtly different from the preceding month. The nighttime temperature in McCarthy dips to an arctic cold 2.7°F (-16.3°C) on average during March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, March, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In March, in McCarthy, Alaska, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in McCarthy. In McCarthy, in March, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.08" (129mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in McCarthy, Alaska, there are 95.3 snowfall days, and 44.02" (1118mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:58 pm AKST. On the last day of March, in McCarthy, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:16 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 McCarthy, Alaska, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in McCarthy in March?

In McCarthy, in March, the average high-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

What is the most humid month in McCarthy?

January, March, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in McCarthy, Alaska.

What is the average humidity in March in McCarthy?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in McCarthy?

In McCarthy, in March, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in McCarthy?

In McCarthy, during March, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McCarthy have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in McCarthy?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:58 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:16 pm AKDT.

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

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

In McCarthy, the average sunshine duration in March is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in McCarthy?

In McCarthy, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
McCarthy, AK

Average temperature in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1°F).

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Average pressure in March
McCarthy, AK

Average pressure in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.76"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
McCarthy, AK

Average wind speed in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
McCarthy, AK

Average humidity in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March, April and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

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Average rainfall in March
McCarthy, AK

Average rainfall in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
McCarthy, AK

Average rainfall days in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
McCarthy, AK

Average snowfall in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
McCarthy, AK

Average snowfall days in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.2 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
McCarthy, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 14h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
McCarthy, AK

Average sunshine days in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
McCarthy, AK

Average UV index in March - McCarthy, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
McCarthy, AK

Average cloud cover in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, May and June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
McCarthy, AK

Average visibility in March - McCarthy, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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