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Girdwood Weather in March

In Girdwood, March brings very low daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), with nights cooling to -11°C (12°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent snowfall.

Rainfall in Girdwood in March

As part of the rainy season, Girdwood sees around 10 days of rain in March, with an average of 178 mm (7 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in Girdwood in March

In March, Girdwood gets very low temperatures, with highs of -4°C (25°F). Nights cool to around -11°C (12°F). Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. With overnight lows of -11°C (12°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. This month is characterized by its cold weather, so make sure to wear sufficient layers to stay warm.

Sunshine in Girdwood in March

With approximately 196 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.

March in Girdwood can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Girdwood Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C (12°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -4°C (25°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 178 mm (7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
SunshineSunshine 196 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52% *  
* Data from: Anchorage, the United States of America (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in March

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Girdwood in March

Winter clothing is essential for visiting Girdwood in March. If you have a heavy coat, waterproof boots with good traction, and plenty of warm layers it's smart to bring them. Pack cloths like thermal underwear, wool socks, and insulated gloves. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Girdwood in March

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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