December weather forecast
Monroe, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monroe, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). The low-temperature average for Monroe during December stands at a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.4 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Monroe, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Monroe, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Monroe?

In Monroe, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

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 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Monroe, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monroe have in December?

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

When is 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Monroe, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°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 (31.3°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Monroe, IN

Average pressure in December - Monroe, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Monroe, IN

Average wind speed in December - Monroe, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Monroe, IN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Monroe, IN

Average rainfall in December - Monroe, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Monroe, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Monroe, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monroe, IN

Average snowfall in December - Monroe, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monroe, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Monroe, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monroe, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monroe, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Monroe, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Monroe, IN

Average UV index in December - Monroe, 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
Monroe, IN

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

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

Average visibility in December
Monroe, IN

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

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

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