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Merrillville weather in December (Indiana, United States of America)

How's the weather trend in Merrillville as December approaches? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Merrillville includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 3°C, while nights can cool down to about -5°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.

Precipitation

Merrillville in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 14 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 107 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Merrillville. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Merrillville climate page with graphs.

 

Merrillville, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 76 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 107 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 37% *  
Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (72 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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