Gary, United States experiences average highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 11 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Gary, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Gary, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–May At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.2/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
5
Low
Temperature 15°C / 8°C
Feels Like 13°C / 5°C
Rainy Days 11
Rainfall 91 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 73%
Wind Speed 21 km/h
Dew Point 7°C
Snow Days 7 days
Frost Days 15 days
Hottest Month
27°C
July
Avg Low20°C
Rain11days
Coldest Month
-5°C
January
Avg High1°C
Rain10days
Driest Month
8days
September
Avg High24°C
Avg Low17°C
Windiest Month
24 km/h
March (Gusts 46)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:16
Daylight 15.2h
Sunset 20:26
Live conditions—
Gary on the map · live conditions
Gary, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Gary
- Population
- 77.2K
- Elevation
- 183 m
- Coordinates
- 41.59°, -87.35°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 14°C
Avg Low 6°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 11 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 9 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 3°C
Avg Low -3°C
Rain 9 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 1°C / -5°C . Feb: 3°C / -4°C . Mar: 9°C / 1°C . Apr: 13°C / 5°C . May: 19°C / 11°C . Jun: 25°C / 17°C . Jul: 27°C / 20°C . Aug: 27°C / 20°C . Sep: 24°C / 17°C . Oct: 17°C / 11°C . Nov: 10°C / 4°C . Dec: 4°C / -2°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 70 mm. Feb: 64 mm. Mar: 107 mm. Apr: 108 mm. May: 127 mm. Jun: 107 mm. Jul: 107 mm. Aug: 94 mm. Sep: 67 mm. Oct: 114 mm. Nov: 63 mm. Dec: 63 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 75%. Feb: 72%. Mar: 71%. Apr: 71%. May: 75%. Jun: 73%. Jul: 76%. Aug: 75%. Sep: 72%. Oct: 70%. Nov: 71%. Dec: 74%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 23 km/h . Feb: 24 km/h . Mar: 24 km/h . Apr: 23 km/h . May: 20 km/h . Jun: 19 km/h . Jul: 16 km/h . Aug: 16 km/h . Sep: 18 km/h . Oct: 22 km/h . Nov: 23 km/h . Dec: 23 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 5h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 8h. Nov: 6h. Dec: 5h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 3. Mar: UV 5. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 4. Nov: UV 3. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 12 days. Feb: 9 days. Mar: 5 days. Apr: 3 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 3 days. Dec: 8 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 28°C | Jul · 27°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · -7°C | Jan · -5°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 182 mm | May · 127 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 26 km/h | Mar · 24 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Fair May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / -5°C | -4°C / -10°C | 10days (70 mm) Wet | 5h Fair | 75% Muggy | 2.1 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| February | 3°C / -4°C | -1°C / -9°C | 9days (64 mm) Wet | 6.9h Fair | 72% Muggy | 3.4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 9°C / 1°C | 5°C / -4°C | 12days (107 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 71% Muggy | 4.5 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 13°C / 5°C | 11°C / 1°C | 14days (108 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 71% Muggy | 5.4 High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 19°C / 11°C | 19°C / 9°C | 14days (127 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 6.6 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 17°C | 27°C / 17°C | 11days (107 mm) Wet | 12h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 20°C | 30°C / 22°C | 11days (107 mm) Wet | 12.1h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 20°C | 29°C / 21°C | 11days (94 mm) Wet | 11.4h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 24°C / 17°C | 25°C / 17°C | 8days (67 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 72% Muggy | 5.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 17°C / 11°C | 15°C / 8°C | 11days (114 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 70% Muggy | 3.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November | 10°C / 4°C | 6°C / -1°C | 8days (63 mm) Wet | 6.1h Fair | 71% Muggy | 2.6 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| December | 4°C / -2°C | 0°C / -7°C | 9days (63 mm) Wet | 5.1h Fair | 74% Muggy | 1.8 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Gary are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Gary, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Gary is July, with average daytime highs of 27°C (81°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Gary is January, with average overnight lows of -5°C (23°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Gary is May, averaging 127mm of precipitation across 14 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Gary runs through April, May, March, June, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Gary.
Gary receives approximately 103 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Gary.
The least favorable months to visit Gary are January, February, March, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Gary is 5, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Gary is 73%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Gary receives snow. Months with snowfall average 7 snow days and 11 cm (4 in) of accumulation, with about 15 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Gary are 21 km/h (13 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 24 km/h (15 mph) (gusts up to 46 km/h / 29 mph).
Gary averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 61%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Gary is 7°C (45°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Gary has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Gary ranges from 5°C (41°F) to 13°C (55°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Gary. It earns a climate score of 8.4/10 with Excellent.
For June in Gary, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 25°C (77°F) and 11 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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