March weather forecast
Bethesda, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Bethesda, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 50°F (10°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear upsurge, the average high-temperature during March escalates from February's icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a cool 50°F (10°C). Throughout the month of March, Bethesda witnesses an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Bethesda, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.9 rainfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bethesda, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bethesda, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.2 days and aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Bethesda is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Bethesda, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Bethesda, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bethesda in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 50°F (10°C) and 33.8°F (1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Bethesda?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Bethesda, Iowa, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Bethesda, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethesda have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bethesda, IA

Average temperature in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Bethesda, IA

Average pressure in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bethesda, IA

Average wind speed in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Bethesda, IA

Average humidity in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Bethesda, IA

Average rainfall in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Bethesda, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bethesda, IA

Average snowfall in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bethesda, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bethesda, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bethesda, IA
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bethesda, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Bethesda, IA

Average UV index in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Bethesda, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Bethesda, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Bethesda, IA

Average visibility in March - Bethesda, IA
  • 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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