Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
March
Weather in March
Temperature
The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). Bethel observes an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) during March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In Bethel, Maine, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bethel, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bethel, in March, during 15.2 snowfall days, 8.86" (225mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bethel, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.9 days and aggregates up to 52.13" (1324mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:09 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
The average sunshine in March is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is March?
What is the average humidity in March in Bethel?
How many days does it rain in March?
How many days does it snow in March?
What is the average length of the day in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Bethel?
How long on average sun shines in March?
How high is the UV index in March?
Average temperature in March
Bethel, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 34.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 19.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).
Average pressure in March
Bethel, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Bethel, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Bethel, ME
- Average humidity in March: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Bethel, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in March
Bethel, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Bethel, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 8.86"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Bethel, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 15.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bethel, ME
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Bethel, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Bethel, ME
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Bethel, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in March
Bethel, ME
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August and September (4mi).