December weather forecast
Newport, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Newport, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Newport generally drops to a low average of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Newport, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Newport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 19.09" (485mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Newport are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Newport is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Newport, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Newport, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Newport in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Newport, is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newport?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Newport in December?

In December, in Newport, Indiana, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Newport?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Newport in December?

In Newport, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newport?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in December?

In Newport, Indiana, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Newport?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newport, Indiana, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newport?

In Newport, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Newport?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Newport?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Newport, Indiana, 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
Newport, IN

Average temperature in December - Newport, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in December
Newport, IN

Average pressure in December - Newport, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Newport, IN

Average wind speed in December - Newport, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Newport, IN

Average humidity in December - Newport, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Newport, IN

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Newport, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Newport, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Newport, IN

Average snowfall in December - Newport, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Newport, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Newport, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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
Newport, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newport, 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 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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Newport, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Newport, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Newport, IN

Average UV index in December - Newport, 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
Newport, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Newport, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Newport, IN

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

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

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