March weather forecast
West Bethel, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in West Bethel, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.2°F (1.2°C) and min 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in March, with temperatures adjusting from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In West Bethel, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In West Bethel, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In West Bethel, Maine, in March, snow falls for 15.2 days, with typically accumulated 8.86" (225mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.9 snowfall days, and 52.13" (1324mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Bethel, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:10 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 West Bethel, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in West Bethel is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in West Bethel, records 34.2°F (1.2°C), while the low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In West Bethel, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in March?

In West Bethel, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Bethel have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does West Bethel have in March?

In West Bethel, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average pressure in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average wind speed in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average humidity in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average rainfall in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average rainfall days in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average snowfall in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average snowfall days in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average sunshine days in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average UV index in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average cloud cover in March - West 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
West Bethel, ME

Average visibility in March - West 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).

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