December weather forecast
Southport, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Southport, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Southport, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Southport, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Southport, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Southport, is 39.2°F (4°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 December, the average day length in Southport is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Southport?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Southport, IN

Average temperature in December - Southport, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Southport, IN

Average pressure in December - Southport, 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
Southport, IN

Average wind speed in December - Southport, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Southport, IN

Average humidity in December - Southport, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Southport, IN

Average rainfall in December - Southport, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Southport, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Southport, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Southport, IN

Average snowfall in December - Southport, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Southport, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Southport, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Southport, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Southport, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Southport, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Southport, IN

Average UV index in December - Southport, 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
Southport, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Southport, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Southport, IN

Average visibility in December - Southport, 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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