December weather forecast
Mount Summit, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Mount Summit, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mount Summit, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.4 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Mount Summit, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mount Summit, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.7 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Mount Summit is 4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mount Summit, records 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Mount Summit, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mount Summit, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mount Summit, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Mount Summit, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Summit have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mount Summit is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average temperature in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Summit, IN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Summit, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average humidity in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

Average rainfall in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average rainfall in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average snowfall in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Summit, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average UV index in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Mount Summit, IN

Average visibility in December - Mount Summit, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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