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Fairbanks weather in March (Alaska, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Fairbanks in March? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In March, Fairbanks generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -3°C. But by evening, they drop to around -16°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Fairbanks in March usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 13 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Snow is expected on roughly 6 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 224 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Fairbanks. June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fairbanks climate page with graphs.

 

Fairbanks, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 13 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 60%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 224 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United States of America in March

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Fairbanks in March?

Visitors traveling to Fairbanks should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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