March weather forecast
Skagway, AK

The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad heading to Skagway in Alaska
The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad heading to Skagway in Alaska

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Skagway, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature is essentially the same as in February - a still freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C). The average low-temperature, in Skagway, is 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Humidity

In Skagway, the average relative humidity in March is 92%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Skagway, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Skagway, during March, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow. In Skagway, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 95.8 days and aggregates up to 78.78" (2001mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Skagway, Alaska, is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:41 pm AKDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AKDT to AKST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Skagway is 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Skagway is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Skagway?

In March, in Skagway, Alaska, the average high-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Skagway?

The average relative humidity in March in Skagway is 92%.

How much does it rain in Skagway in March?

In Skagway, in March, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Skagway in March?

In March, in Skagway, Alaska, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Skagway have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Skagway?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:41 pm AKDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Skagway, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Skagway have in March?

In Skagway, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Skagway?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Skagway, AK

Average temperature in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 9.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Skagway, AK

Average pressure in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Skagway, AK

Average wind speed in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Skagway, AK

Average humidity in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (80%).

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Average rainfall in March
Skagway, AK

Average rainfall in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in March
Skagway, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Skagway, AK

Average snowfall in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 10.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (19.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Skagway, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 53min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 32min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Skagway, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Skagway, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Skagway, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in March
Skagway, AK

Average visibility in March - Skagway, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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