December weather forecast
Somerset, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Somerset, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) to Somerset.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February, July, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Somerset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.1 days and collects up to 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Somerset, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Somerset, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Somerset?

In December, in Somerset, the average high-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Somerset?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Somerset, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Somerset, Indiana, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Somerset have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Somerset, IN

Average temperature in December - Somerset, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Somerset, IN

Average pressure in December - Somerset, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Somerset, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Somerset, IN

Average humidity in December - Somerset, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

Average rainfall in December
Somerset, IN

Average rainfall in December - Somerset, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Somerset, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Somerset, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Somerset, IN

Average snowfall in December - Somerset, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Somerset, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Somerset, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somerset, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Somerset, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Somerset, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Somerset, IN

Average UV index in December - Somerset, 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
Somerset, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Somerset, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Somerset, IN

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

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

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