December weather forecast
Westport, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Westport, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Westport, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Westport. In Westport, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.3 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Westport, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Westport?

The high-temperature during December is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Westport?

In Westport, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Westport, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Westport, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Westport?

In Westport, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westport have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 Westport, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Westport, IN

Average temperature in December - Westport, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Westport, IN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Westport, IN

Average wind speed in December - Westport, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Westport, IN

Average humidity in December - Westport, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Westport, IN

Average rainfall in December - Westport, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Westport, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Westport, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westport, IN

Average snowfall in December - Westport, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westport, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Westport, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Westport, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westport, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westport, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Westport, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Westport, IN

Average UV index in December - Westport, 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
Westport, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Westport, 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
Westport, IN

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

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

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