December weather forecast
Munster, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Munster, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.6°F (-3°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

In Munster, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a wintry 36°F (2.2°C). In Munster, the expected average low-temperature for December is a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Munster, during December, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Munster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Munster are January through April, October through December. In Munster, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Munster, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. 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

How cold is it in Munster in December?

The high-temperature during December is 36°F (2.2°C) and the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Munster?

In Munster, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Munster in December?

In December, in Munster, Indiana, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Munster in December?

In Munster, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Munster?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Munster, Indiana.

How many hours of daylight does Munster have in December?

In December, the average day length in Munster is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Munster?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Munster, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Munster have in December?

In Munster, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Munster?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Munster?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Munster, IN

Average temperature in December - Munster, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°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 (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Munster, IN

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

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

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Average wind speed in December
Munster, IN

Average wind speed in December - Munster, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Munster, IN

Average humidity in December - Munster, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Munster, IN

Average rainfall in December - Munster, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Munster, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Munster, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Munster, IN

Average snowfall in December - Munster, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Munster, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Munster, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Munster, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Munster, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Munster, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Munster, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Munster, IN

Average UV index in December - Munster, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Munster, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Munster, IN

Average visibility in December - Munster, 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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