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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Gary, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and min 7.2°F (-13.8°C). Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and lows at 7.2°F (-13.8°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Gary, is another freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). As Gary steps into February, the average high-temperature holds at a still subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gary, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C). As Gary transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a marked escalation, increasing from a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C) in February to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April is a fresh spring month in Gary, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C). The shift into April is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from March's icy 39°F (3.9°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Gary, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.6°F (9.2°C) and max 66.4°F (19.1°C). The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Gary, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.7°F (24.3°C) and an average low of 58.6°F (14.8°C). June's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) in May to a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July, like June, in Gary, South Dakota, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature varying between 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 81.1°F (27.3°C). July, noted for its average high-temperature of 81.1°F (27.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C), is considered the warmest month. In July, the heat index is estimated at a hot 86°F (30°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Gary, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C). Gary marks the start of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Gary, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 72.5°F (22.5°C). Gary in September experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) in August to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Gary, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41°F (5°C) and an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C). As September transitions into October, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

The last month of the autumn, November, is another cold month in Gary, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C). A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during November, falling from a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) in October to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gary, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and min 14°F (-10°C). A shift in Gary's weather is noticeable as November turns into December, with the average high temperature decreasing from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Weather in December »

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Gary experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month.

What is the driest month in Gary?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain?

In Gary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow?

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December.

How much does it snow?

Throughout the year, there are 49.9 snowfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

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 ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

When are the longest days in Gary?

June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 15h and 30min of daylight.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What time of the year is the hottest?

July, on average, is the warmest month in Gary, registering a high temperature of 81.1°F (27.3°C) and a low of 62.1°F (16.7°C).

What is the rainiest month?

July is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What month has the most sunshine in Gary?

The month with the most sunshine is July, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month in Gary is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

Average temperature
Gary, SD

Average temperature - Gary, SD

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure
Gary, SD

Average pressure - Gary, SD

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

Average wind speed
Gary, SD

Average wind speed - Gary, SD

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity
Gary, SD

Average humidity - Gary, SD

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall
Gary, SD

Average rainfall - Gary, SD

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days
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Average rainfall days - Gary, SD

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall
Gary, SD

Average snowfall - Gary, SD

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days
Gary, SD

Average snowfall days - Gary, SD

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
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Average daylight / Average sunshine - Gary, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days
Gary, SD

Average sunshine days - Gary, SD

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average visibility
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Average visibility - Gary, SD

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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