March weather forecast
Gary, IN

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A large, historic building used as an administration block in Gary, Indiana
A large, historic building used as an administration block in Gary, Indiana

Weather in March

In March, Gary, Indiana, begins to bid goodbye to the harsh winter. The month sees an increase in temperature, reduced snowfall, and fewer snowfall days. A noticeable change is the increase in daylight hours, and the rainfall reaches 1.3" (33mm), signifying the commencement of the spring season. As the month unfolds, trees start to bloom, changing the city's landscape as it gradually warms up and the chilling winter becomes a fading memory.

Temperature

March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 33.1°F (0.6°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). During the nights in March, the temperature in Gary, Indiana, averages to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In Gary, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Gary, Indiana, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gary. In Gary, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.1 snowfall days, and 12.36" (314mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Gary, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Gary?

The high-temperature, in March, in Gary, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gary?

In Gary, Indiana, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Gary in March?

In Gary, Indiana, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gary in March?

In Gary, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Gary?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Gary?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Gary, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Gary, Indiana, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Gary?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Gary?

In Gary, Indiana, 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gary, IN

Average temperature in March - Gary, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°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 (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Gary, IN

Average pressure in March - Gary, IN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Gary, IN

Average wind speed in March - Gary, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Gary, IN

Average humidity in March - Gary, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Gary, IN

Average rainfall in March - Gary, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in March
Gary, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Gary, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Gary, IN

Average snowfall in March - Gary, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Gary, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Gary, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gary, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gary, IN
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Gary, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Gary, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Gary, IN

Average UV index in March - Gary, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Gary, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Gary, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Gary, IN

Average visibility in March - Gary, IN
  • 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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