December weather forecast
North Salem, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in North Salem, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). In December, North Salem's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In North Salem, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.5 rainfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in North Salem.
On the first day of December in North Salem, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns 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. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in North Salem during December?

North Salem in December has an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Salem?

The average relative humidity in December in North Salem, Indiana, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in North Salem?

In December, in North Salem, Indiana, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in North Salem?

December is the month with the most snowfall in North Salem, Indiana. Snow falls for 6 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in North Salem in December?

In North Salem, Indiana, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Salem?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Salem have in December?

In North Salem, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in North Salem?

On the first day of December in North Salem, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in North Salem?

The months with the least sunshine in North Salem, Indiana, are January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does North Salem have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in North Salem is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in North Salem?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in North Salem, Indiana.

How high is the UV index in December in North Salem?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in North Salem is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Salem, IN

Average temperature in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
North Salem, IN

Average pressure in December - North Salem, 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
North Salem, IN

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and 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
North Salem, IN

Average humidity in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
North Salem, IN

Average rainfall in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
North Salem, IN

Average rainfall days in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
North Salem, IN

Average snowfall in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
North Salem, IN

Average snowfall days in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
North Salem, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Salem, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
North Salem, IN

Average sunshine days in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
North Salem, IN

Average UV index in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
North Salem, IN

Average cloud cover in December - North Salem, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
North Salem, IN

Average visibility in December - North Salem, 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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