December weather forecast
Ashland, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ashland, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.9°F (3.3°C) and min 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Ashland are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Ashland, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.4 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Ashland, Indiana. In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ashland, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.7 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ashland, Indiana, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, in Ashland, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ashland, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Ashland during December?

Ashland in December has an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Ashland?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Ashland, Indiana.

What is the average humidity in December in Ashland?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ashland, Indiana, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Ashland in December?

In Ashland, Indiana, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ashland in December?

In Ashland, in December, during 9.9 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ashland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ashland have in December?

The average day length in December in Ashland, Indiana, is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ashland?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ashland?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Ashland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ashland, IN

Average temperature in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashland, IN

Average pressure in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ashland, IN

Average wind speed in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashland, IN

Average humidity in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashland, IN

Average rainfall in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashland, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashland, IN

Average snowfall in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashland, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashland, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashland, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashland, IN

Average UV index in December - Ashland, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ashland, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Ashland, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Ashland, IN

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

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

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