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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Oxford County, ME

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Bethel, Maine

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Bethel, ME please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Bethel, ME

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in Bethel, ME, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Bethel, Maine

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Oxford County, Maine

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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Bethel, Maine Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   Bethel, Maine has a humid continental climate, with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
    •   The town is located in the Mahoosuc Mountains, which contribute to its relatively high elevation and cool climate.
    •   Bethel receives an average of 44 inches of precipitation per year, which is spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature

    •   The average annual temperature in Bethel is 42.3°F.
    •   The warmest month is July, with an average temperature of 68.1°F.
    •   The coldest month is January, with an average temperature of 17.7°F.
    •   The highest temperature ever recorded in Bethel was 98°F, which occurred in July 1983.
    •   The lowest temperature ever recorded in Bethel was -47°F, which occurred in January 1957.

Precipitation

    •   Bethel receives an average of 44 inches of precipitation per year.
    •   The wettest month is May, with an average precipitation of 4.2 inches.
    •   The driest month is February, with an average precipitation of 2.5 inches.
    •   Bethel receives an average of 72 inches of snow per year.
    •   The snowiest month is January, with an average snowfall of 17.5 inches.

Severe Weather

    •   Bethel is located in an area that is prone to severe weather, including thunderstorms, hail, and tornadoes.
    •   The town is also at risk for flooding, especially during the spring and fall months.
    •   Bethel has been hit by several major storms in recent years, including the October 2011 snowstorm and the March 2013 blizzard.

Climate Change

    •   The climate in Bethel is changing, as it is in the rest of the world.
    •   The average annual temperature in Bethel has increased by about 2°F since the late 19th century.
    •   The number of days with extreme heat (90°F or higher) has also increased.
    •   The amount of precipitation that Bethel receives has also increased, and the snow season is getting shorter.
    •   These changes are expected to continue in the future, and they are likely to have a significant impact on the town and its residents.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Bethel is home to the Mahoosuc Range, a subrange of the White Mountains known for its rugged peaks and pristine lakes.

    •   The town lies within the Mahoosuc Notch, a scenic mountain pass that was once a major transportation route.

    •   The Androscoggin River, a major tributary of the Kennebec River, flows through Bethel.

Science

    •   Bethel is the site of the Bethel Scientific Research Station, a facility operated by the University of Maine for ecological and environmental research.

    •   The station has conducted long-term studies on forest health, climate change, and wildlife populations.

Personalities

    •   William Bingham, a wealthy land speculator, purchased the Bethel area in 1795 and named it after his birthplace in England.

    •   George Washington Plunkitt, a notorious New York City political boss, spent his summers in Bethel in the late 19th century.

    •   The town was home to several notable artists, including landscape painter George Inness and sculptor Cyrus Dallin.

Tourist Attractions
1.Sunday River Ski Resort

is a popular ski resort in Newry, Maine, just a short drive from Bethel. The resort offers a variety of trails for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, as well as a snow tubing park.

2.Bethel Woods Center for the Arts

is a performing arts center located in Bethel, Maine. The center hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including concerts, plays, and dance performances.

3.Grafton Notch State Park

is a state park located in Grafton Notch, Maine, just a short drive from Bethel. The park offers a variety of hiking trails, as well as a campground and picnic areas.

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