December weather forecast
Westchester, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Westchester, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

In Westchester, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). In December, Westchester experiences a temperature dip to an average of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Westchester, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108.6 rainfall days, and 8.74" (222mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Westchester, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.7 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Westchester, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Westchester, is 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Westchester, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Westchester, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westchester have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Westchester is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Westchester?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Westchester is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Westchester, IN

Average temperature in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Westchester, IN

Average pressure in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Westchester, IN

Average wind speed in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Westchester, IN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Westchester, IN

Average rainfall in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Westchester, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westchester, IN

Average snowfall in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westchester, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Westchester, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westchester, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westchester, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Westchester, IN

Average UV index in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Westchester, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Westchester, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

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

Average visibility in December
Westchester, IN

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

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

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