March weather forecast
Gary, SD

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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).

Temperature

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). Gary throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gary, during March, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Gary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gary, in March, during 7.4 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gary, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Gary, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Gary, is 39°F (3.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gary?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Gary, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gary have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:52 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Gary, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Gary, SD

Average temperature in March - Gary, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°F

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).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°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 in March
Gary, SD

Average pressure in March - Gary, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

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 in March
Gary, SD

Average wind speed in March - Gary, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

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 in March
Gary, SD

Average humidity in March - Gary, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

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

Average rainfall in March
Gary, SD

Average rainfall in March - Gary, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

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 in March
Gary, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Gary, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

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 in March
Gary, SD

Average snowfall in March - Gary, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.28"

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 in March
Gary, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Gary, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

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 in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gary, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gary, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

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).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

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 in March
Gary, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Gary, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

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 UV index in March
Gary, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Gary, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Gary, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Gary, SD

Average visibility in March - Gary, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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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