Anchorage weather in March

March in Anchorage averages 33°F by day and 19°F at night, with 0.7 inches of precipitation and 11.0 inches of snow. It is the 8th-warmest and 10th-wettest month of the year here.

AnchorageAlaskaPop. 287,155
Average high
33°F+6° vs February
Average low
19°F29 nights below freezing
Precipitation
0.7 in2 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
11.0 in0 days at 90°F+

Is March a good time to visit Anchorage?

March is cold, with highs around 33°F. The most comfortable months overall are June to August.

On March 15 the sun rises at 8:16 am and sets at 8:02 pm, giving 11h 46m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Anchorage in March

  • A winter coat, hat, gloves and warm layers
  • Expect nights below freezing
  • Waterproof boots for snow

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

March nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Anchorage33°F19°F0.7 in
Bellingham, WA1368 mi53°F38°F3.4 in
Marysville, WA1413 mi54°F32°F5.0 in
Everett, WA1419 mi52°F39°F3.6 in
Kirkland, WA1433 mi54°F39°F3.9 in
Seattle, WA1433 mi54°F39°F3.9 in
Redmond, WA1436 mi54°F39°F3.9 in

Warmer places in March

Big cities with comfortable March highs between 68°F and 86°F:

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Anchorage in March?

In March, Anchorage averages a high of 33°F and a low of 19°F, with 0.7 inches of precipitation and 11.0 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is March a good time to visit Anchorage?

March is cool to cold in Anchorage, with average highs of 33°F. Pack warm layers.

Does it snow in Anchorage in March?

Yes. March averages 11.0 inches of snow.

Before and after: Anchorage in February and Anchorage in April. All twelve months: Anchorage weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Anchorage Intl. Airport, AK, 4.7 miles from the city center.