December weather forecast
Albany, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Albany, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). Throughout December, Albany witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Albany, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Albany, in December, during 10.3 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.6 snowfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Albany are 37.4°F (3°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Albany, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Albany have in December?

In Albany, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Albany, IN

Average temperature in December - Albany, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°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 (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Albany, IN

Average pressure in December - Albany, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Albany, IN

Average wind speed in December - Albany, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Albany, IN

Average humidity in December - Albany, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Albany, IN

Average rainfall in December - Albany, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Albany, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Albany, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Albany, IN

Average snowfall in December - Albany, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Albany, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Albany, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Albany, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albany, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Albany, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Albany, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Albany, IN

Average UV index in December - Albany, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Albany, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Albany, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Albany, IN

Average visibility in December - Albany, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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