December weather forecast
Central, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Central, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Central observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Central are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Central, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, September through December are months with snowfall. In Central, Indiana, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 7.91" (201mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in Central, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Central, Indiana, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Central have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Central, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Central, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 Central, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Central, IN

Average temperature in December - Central, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Central, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Central, IN

Average wind speed in December - Central, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Central, IN

Average humidity in December - Central, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Central, IN

Average rainfall in December - Central, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Central, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Central, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Central, IN

Average snowfall in December - Central, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Central, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Central, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Central, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Central, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Central, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Central, IN

Average UV index in December - Central, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Central, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Central, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Central, IN

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

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

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