December weather forecast
New Albany, IN

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Weather in December

Winter settles in firmly during December in New Albany. Amidst the chilly breezes and frosty mornings, the city preps up for holiday celebrations. December brings with it snowfall of around 0.51" (13mm) spread across 5.2 days, covering the landscape in a pristine white blanket. The temperature is expected to dip further as the city moves from December into January, allowing the Winter weather to fully take hold.

Temperature

New Albany's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). An average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In New Albany, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Albany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In New Albany, in December, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In New Albany, during the entire year, snow falls for 25 days and aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in New Albany?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In New Albany, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in New Albany?

In New Albany, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In New Albany, during December, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does New Albany have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New Albany, IN

Average temperature in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
New Albany, IN

Average pressure in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Albany, IN

Average wind speed in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
New Albany, IN

Average humidity in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
New Albany, IN

Average rainfall in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.89").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
New Albany, IN

Average rainfall days in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Albany, IN

Average snowfall in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Albany, IN

Average snowfall days in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
New Albany, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Albany, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Albany, IN

Average sunshine days in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
New Albany, IN

Average UV index in December - New Albany, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
New Albany, IN

Average cloud cover in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
New Albany, IN

Average visibility in December - New Albany, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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