December weather forecast
Merrillville, IN

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Weather in December

December holds the onset of winter in Merrillville with temperatures dropping to an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C). Snowfall resumes after a break since April, covering everything in beautiful white. Although days are short, the bright winter sun combined with gleaming snow creates a stunning, festive vista. Not only does December mark the start of winter, it also rounds off the year with a hearty celebration of holidays and a promise of a fresh start to the seasons cycle in the coming year.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Merrillville, Indiana, sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). Merrillville records an average nighttime low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Merrillville, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Merrillville, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Merrillville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.6 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Merrillville, in December, during 9.9 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Merrillville, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.5 days and aggregates up to 12.64" (321mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Merrillville, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Merrillville, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Merrillville, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Merrillville?

In Merrillville, in December, during 9.9 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Merrillville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Merrillville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Merrillville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Merrillville, IN

Average temperature in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Merrillville, IN

Average pressure in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Merrillville, IN

Average wind speed in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Merrillville, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Merrillville, IN

Average rainfall in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Merrillville, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Merrillville, IN

Average snowfall in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Merrillville, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 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
Merrillville, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Merrillville, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Merrillville, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Merrillville, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Merrillville, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Merrillville, IN

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

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

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