December weather forecast
Mount Sterling, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Mount Sterling, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's fresh 51.8°F (11°C) to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). Nightly temperatures in Mount Sterling drop to an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Mount Sterling, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.7 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mount Sterling, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mount Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Sterling, Indiana, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, in Mount Sterling, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mount Sterling are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Mount Sterling?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Mount Sterling, is 42.6°F (5.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Mount Sterling?

The months with the highest humidity in Mount Sterling, Indiana, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Sterling?

The average relative humidity in December in Mount Sterling is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mount Sterling?

In Mount Sterling, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Mount Sterling?

In Mount Sterling, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Sterling?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mount Sterling have in December?

In December, the average day length in Mount Sterling is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mount Sterling?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mount Sterling?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mount Sterling is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Sterling?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mount Sterling are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Mount Sterling?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Sterling is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average temperature in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average pressure in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average wind speed in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average humidity in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average rainfall in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average snowfall in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Sterling, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average UV index in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Mount Sterling, IN

Average visibility in December - Mount Sterling, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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