March weather forecast
Bethel, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bethel, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). During March, Bethel witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In Bethel, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Bethel, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bethel are January through April, October through December. In Bethel, in March, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Bethel, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bethel, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Bethel, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Bethel is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Bethel, Connecticut, 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 average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bethel in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bethel, Connecticut, during March are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Bethel?

In Bethel, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Bethel in March?

In March, in Bethel, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Bethel?

In Bethel, in March, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in March?

In March, the average day length in Bethel is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Bethel?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Bethel, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Bethel, Connecticut, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethel have in March?

In Bethel, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bethel?

In Bethel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bethel, CT

Average temperature in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bethel, CT

Average pressure in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Bethel, CT

Average wind speed in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bethel, CT

Average humidity in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bethel, CT

Average rainfall in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bethel, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bethel, CT

Average snowfall in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bethel, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 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
Bethel, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bethel, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bethel, CT

Average UV index in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Bethel, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Bethel, CT

Average visibility in March - Bethel, CT
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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