December weather forecast
Buffalo, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buffalo, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). Buffalo experiences an average nighttime temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Buffalo, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Buffalo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.1 days and collects up to 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buffalo are January through April, November and December. In December, in Buffalo, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buffalo, there are 42 snowfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Buffalo is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Buffalo in December?

In December, in Buffalo, the average high-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Buffalo?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, Indiana, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Buffalo in December?

In Buffalo, in December, during 8.8 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buffalo?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Buffalo, Indiana, is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Buffalo?

On the first day of December in Buffalo, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Buffalo, Indiana, is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Buffalo?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buffalo, IN

Average temperature in December - Buffalo, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°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°F).

Average pressure in December
Buffalo, IN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Buffalo, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Buffalo, IN

Average humidity in December - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, IN

Average rainfall in December - Buffalo, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buffalo, IN

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buffalo, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Buffalo, IN

Average UV index in December - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, IN

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

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

Average visibility in December
Buffalo, IN

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

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

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