December weather forecast
Monticello, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Monticello, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

Monticello in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). In the month of December, an average of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Monticello, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.1 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42 snowfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Monticello is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Monticello, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Monticello in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Monticello, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Monticello, in December, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Monticello?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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 in Monticello.

How high is the UV index in December in Monticello?

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

Average temperature in December - Monticello, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°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°F).

Average pressure in December
Monticello, IN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Monticello, IN

Average wind speed in December - Monticello, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Monticello, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Monticello, IN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Monticello, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Monticello, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monticello, IN

Average snowfall in December - Monticello, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monticello, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Monticello, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monticello, 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: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monticello, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Monticello, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Monticello, IN

Average UV index in December - Monticello, 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
Monticello, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Monticello, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Monticello, IN

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

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

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