March weather forecast
Bethlehem, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Bethlehem, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). An average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) is common during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Bethlehem, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Bethlehem, Maryland, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bethlehem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130 days and collects up to 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bethlehem are January through April, November and December. In Bethlehem, Maryland, in March, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bethlehem, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bethlehem is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Bethlehem is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Bethlehem is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Bethlehem?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and a low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bethlehem?

In Bethlehem, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Bethlehem in March?

In Bethlehem, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Bethlehem?

In Bethlehem, Maryland, in March, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Bethlehem?

In March, the average day length in Bethlehem, Maryland, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Bethlehem?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Bethlehem, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Bethlehem have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Bethlehem, Maryland, is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bethlehem?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bethlehem, Maryland, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average temperature in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average pressure in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average wind speed in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average humidity in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average rainfall in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average snowfall in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average UV index in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Bethlehem, MD

Average visibility in March - Bethlehem, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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