December weather forecast
Derby, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Derby, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average high of 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). Derby reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In Derby, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Derby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Derby. In Derby, Indiana, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.2 snowfall days, and 4.02" (102mm) 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 6:43 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Derby. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Derby?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Derby, Indiana, are 44.6°F (7°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Derby?

In December, the average relative humidity in Derby, Indiana, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Derby?

In Derby, Indiana, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Derby in December?

In Derby, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Derby?

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

How many hours of daylight does Derby have in December?

In Derby, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Derby?

On the first day of December in Derby, Indiana, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Derby?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Derby?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Derby?

In Derby, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Derby, IN

Average temperature in December - Derby, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Derby, IN

Average pressure in December - Derby, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Derby, IN

Average wind speed in December - Derby, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Derby, IN

Average humidity in December - Derby, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Derby, IN

Average rainfall in December - Derby, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Derby, IN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Derby, IN

Average snowfall in December - Derby, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Derby, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Derby, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 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
Derby, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Derby, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Derby, IN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Derby, IN

Average UV index in December - Derby, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Derby, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Derby, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Derby, IN

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

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

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