December weather forecast
Bennington, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Bennington, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). An average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Bennington, Indiana, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bennington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.7 days and collects up to 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Bennington, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bennington, there are 31 snowfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, in Bennington, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bennington, Indiana, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bennington in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bennington, is 42.6°F (5.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Bennington?

The months with the highest humidity in Bennington, Indiana, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Bennington?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Bennington in December?

In Bennington, Indiana, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bennington?

In December, in Bennington, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bennington?

The month with the shortest days in Bennington, Indiana, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bennington?

In December, the average day length in Bennington, Indiana, is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bennington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bennington, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bennington?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bennington, Indiana, is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bennington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bennington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bennington, Indiana, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bennington, IN

Average temperature in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Bennington, IN

Average pressure in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bennington, IN

Average wind speed in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Bennington, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Bennington, IN

Average rainfall in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Bennington, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bennington, IN

Average snowfall in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bennington, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bennington, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Bennington, IN

Average UV index in December - Bennington, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Bennington, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Bennington, IN

Average visibility in December - Bennington, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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