March weather forecast
Bethel, AK

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Weather in March

March signals the beginning of the glacial thaw, as temperatures show a gradual increase. A lesser snowfall of 3.86" (98mm) indicates a diminishing presence of winter, paving the way for spring. The daylight window broadens to almost 12 hours, casting a beautiful play of light on the melting snow. As the grip of the frigid weather eases, the vistas begin to change. It's a time of renewal and change, as the weather transitions from the harsh winter to the charm of spring.

Temperature

Bethel notes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C) in March, hardly diverging from February. During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 8.4°F (-13.1°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, during March, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Bethel, in March, during 11.2 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bethel, Alaska, there are 74.8 snowfall days, and 22.91" (582mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bethel, Alaska, is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 7:14 pm AKST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 9:31 pm AKDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AKDT to AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during March translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Bethel, in March, the average high-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

What are the most humid months?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months in Bethel.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Bethel, the average relative humidity in March is 91%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Bethel, in March, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Bethel, in March, during 11.2 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 7:14 pm AKST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 9:31 pm AKDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethel have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Bethel, Alaska.

How high is the UV index in March in Bethel?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bethel, AK

Average temperature in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average high temperature in March: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 8.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Bethel, AK

Average pressure in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average pressure in March: 29.83"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bethel, AK

Average wind speed in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Bethel, AK

Average humidity in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average humidity in March: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Bethel, AK

Average rainfall in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Bethel, AK

Average rainfall days in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bethel, AK

Average snowfall in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bethel, AK

Average snowfall days in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bethel, AK

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bethel, AK

Average sunshine days in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Bethel, AK

Average UV index in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Bethel, AK

Average cloud cover in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in March
Bethel, AK

Average visibility in March - Bethel, AK
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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