December weather forecast
Austin, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Austin, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.7 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Austin, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Austin, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in Austin, the average high-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Austin, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Austin?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Austin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. 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
Austin, IN

Average temperature in December - Austin, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Austin, IN

Average pressure in December - Austin, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Austin, IN

Average wind speed in December - Austin, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Austin, IN

Average humidity in December - Austin, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Austin, IN

Average rainfall in December - Austin, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Austin, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Austin, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Austin, IN

Average snowfall in December - Austin, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Austin, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Austin, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Austin, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Austin, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Austin, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Austin, IN

Average UV index in December - Austin, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Austin, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Austin, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Austin, IN

Average visibility in December - Austin, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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