December weather forecast
Mount Vernon, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Vernon, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Mount Vernon, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mount Vernon, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mount Vernon, Indiana, there are 169.9 rainfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Mount Vernon. In Mount Vernon, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Vernon.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Mount Vernon, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mount Vernon. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Mount Vernon?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Mount Vernon, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Vernon?

The average relative humidity in December in Mount Vernon, Indiana, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Mount Vernon in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mount Vernon in December?

In Mount Vernon, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Vernon?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Vernon, Indiana.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Vernon have in December?

In December, the average day length in Mount Vernon is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mount Vernon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Vernon, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mount Vernon?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mount Vernon, Indiana, is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Vernon?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mount Vernon?

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

Average temperature in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average pressure in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average wind speed in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average humidity in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average rainfall in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average snowfall in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 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
Mount Vernon, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average UV index in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Mount Vernon, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Vernon, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Mount Vernon, IN

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

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

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