March weather forecast
Gary, WV

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Weather in March

March, a changing weather month, symbolizes the beginning of a transition from winter to spring in Gary. The grip of the cold begins to loosen, giving way to slightly warmer temperatures and decreasing amounts of snowfall. The highest temperature starts to climb towards 51.8°F (11°C), offering relief from the biting winter cold. Colder nights do persist, but the rising sun tends to warm the city during the day. Residents start to pack away the winter gear, anticipating the more comfortable weather approaching with spring.

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). Gary's average low-temperature is measured at an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C) during March.

Humidity

In Gary, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Gary, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Gary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 20" (508mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Gary is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Gary, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Gary is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Gary is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Gary?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Gary, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gary?

In Gary, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Gary in March?

In Gary, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gary in March?

In Gary, during March, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length in Gary is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Gary?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. 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 in Gary is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Gary?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gary, WV

Average temperature in March - Gary, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in March
Gary, WV

Average pressure in March - Gary, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gary, WV

Average wind speed in March - Gary, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Gary, WV

Average humidity in March - Gary, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Gary, WV

Average rainfall in March - Gary, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Gary, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Gary, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gary, WV

Average snowfall in March - Gary, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gary, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Gary, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gary, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Gary, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Gary, WV

Average UV index in March - Gary, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Gary, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Gary, WV

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

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

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