March weather forecast
Gary, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Gary, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 34°F (1.1°C) and min 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a subzero cold 18.3°F (-7.6°C) in February to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). Gary records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gary, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.7 snowfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:53 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

In March, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Gary, 34°F (1.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.8°F (-6.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Gary is 85%.

How much does it rain in Gary in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Gary, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gary?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Gary have in March?

In Gary, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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
Gary, MN

Average temperature in March - Gary, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in March
Gary, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gary, MN

Average wind speed in March - Gary, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Gary, MN

Average humidity in March - Gary, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Gary, MN

Average rainfall in March - Gary, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Gary, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Gary, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gary, MN

Average snowfall in March - Gary, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gary, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Gary, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gary, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gary, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Gary, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Gary, MN

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Gary, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Gary, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Gary, MN

Average visibility in March - Gary, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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