December weather forecast
Clay City, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Clay City, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and max 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Clay City, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.3 rainfall days, and 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Clay City, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Clay City, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.1 days and aggregates up to 7.68" (195mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Clay City, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Clay City, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Clay City, during December, snow falls for 4.5 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 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Clay City is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Clay City?

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

Average temperature in December - Clay City, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Clay City, IN

Average pressure in December - Clay City, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clay City, IN

Average wind speed in December - Clay City, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Clay City, IN

Average humidity in December - Clay City, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Clay City, IN

Average rainfall in December - Clay City, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Clay City, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Clay City, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clay City, IN

Average snowfall in December - Clay City, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clay City, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Clay City, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clay City, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clay City, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Clay City, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Clay City, IN

Average UV index in December - Clay City, 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
Clay City, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Clay City, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Clay City, IN

Average visibility in December - Clay City, 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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