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 in Bethel 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

The arrival of March in Bethel sees an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C), hardly diverging from February's 18.9°F (-7.3°C). In March, Bethel reports a consistent average low-temperature of 8.4°F (-13.1°C) during the nights.

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 March, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is 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 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, in Bethel, 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 in Bethel is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bethel are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bethel in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Bethel?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Bethel?

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

How much does it rain in Bethel in March?

In Bethel, Alaska, during March, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Bethel?

In Bethel, during March, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bethel?

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, in Bethel, Alaska, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 9:31 pm AKDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Bethel?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Bethel is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bethel?

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 Bethel, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe 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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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