March weather forecast
New Bethlehem, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in New Bethlehem, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 34°F (1.1°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the March nights, New Bethlehem encounters a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in New Bethlehem is 81%.

Rainfall

In New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.8 rainfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Bethlehem, during March, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In New Bethlehem, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.5 days and aggregates up to 26.02" (661mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 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 New Bethlehem, the average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in New Bethlehem, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In New Bethlehem, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In New Bethlehem, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average temperature in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average pressure in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average wind speed in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average humidity in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average rainfall in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average rainfall days in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average snowfall in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average snowfall days in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average sunshine days in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average UV index in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average cloud cover in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
New Bethlehem, PA

Average visibility in March - New Bethlehem, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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