December weather forecast
Darlington, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Darlington, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C). Darlington observes an average nighttime temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Darlington, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.1 rainfall days, and 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.6 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Darlington, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Darlington, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Darlington have in December?

In Darlington, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Darlington have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Darlington, IN

Average temperature in December - Darlington, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Darlington, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Darlington, IN

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Darlington, IN

Average humidity in December - Darlington, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Darlington, IN

Average rainfall in December - Darlington, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Darlington, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Darlington, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Darlington, IN

Average snowfall in December - Darlington, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Darlington, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Darlington, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Darlington, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Darlington, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Darlington, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Darlington, IN

Average UV index in December - Darlington, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Darlington, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Darlington, IN

Average visibility in December - Darlington, 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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