December weather forecast
North Salem, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Salem, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.3°F (3.5°C) and min 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In North Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.5 days and collects up to 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North Salem are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In North Salem, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In North Salem, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In North Salem, Indiana, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in North Salem is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in North Salem?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in North Salem, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does North Salem have in December?

In North Salem, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In North Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Salem, IN

Average temperature in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
North Salem, IN

Average pressure in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Salem, IN

Average wind speed in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
North Salem, IN

Average humidity in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
North Salem, IN

Average rainfall in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
North Salem, IN

Average rainfall days in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Salem, IN

Average snowfall in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Salem, IN

Average snowfall days in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
North Salem, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Salem, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Salem, IN

Average sunshine days in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
North Salem, IN

Average UV index in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
North Salem, IN

Average cloud cover in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
North Salem, IN

Average visibility in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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