December weather forecast
Americus, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Americus, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). Americus, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Americus, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Americus, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37°F (2.8°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Americus, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Americus?

In Americus, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Americus have in December?

In Americus, Indiana, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Americus, IN

Average temperature in December - Americus, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Americus, IN

Average pressure in December - Americus, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Americus, IN

Average wind speed in December - Americus, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Americus, IN

Average humidity in December - Americus, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Americus, IN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Americus, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Americus, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Americus, IN

Average snowfall in December - Americus, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Americus, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Americus, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Americus, IN

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Americus, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Americus, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Americus, IN

Average UV index in December - Americus, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Americus, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Americus, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Americus, IN

Average visibility in December - Americus, 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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