December weather forecast
Alert, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Alert, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.6°F (4.8°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). Alert's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Alert, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Alert. In Alert, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Alert, Indiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.3 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Alert, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Alert in December has an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Alert, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alert, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Alert, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alert have in December?

In Alert, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Alert, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Alert, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Alert, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alert, IN

Average temperature in December - Alert, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Alert, IN

Average pressure in December - Alert, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alert, IN

Average wind speed in December - Alert, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Alert, IN

Average humidity in December - Alert, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Alert, IN

Average rainfall in December - Alert, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Alert, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Alert, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alert, IN

Average snowfall in December - Alert, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alert, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Alert, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alert, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alert, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Alert, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Alert, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Alert, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Alert, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Alert, IN

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

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

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