December weather forecast
East Chicago, IN

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Weather in December

December represents the onset of a wintry phase for East Chicago, with temperatures plummeting between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C). A distinguishing point of this month is the highest snowfall level of the last quarter, making the cityscape a snowy wonderland. With shorter daylight hours and lesser sunshine, December brings in the undeniable chill of winter. The increasing cloud coverage and falling temperatures all point to a typical Midwestern winter.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed in East Chicago during December, shifting from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). East Chicago records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in December, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.7 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Chicago, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Chicago, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 12.36" (314mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in East Chicago is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, in East Chicago, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in East Chicago is 4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in East Chicago, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in East Chicago in December?

In East Chicago, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Chicago?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in East Chicago?

The month with the least rainfall in East Chicago is December, when the rain falls for 8.7 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in East Chicago in December?

In East Chicago, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in East Chicago?

In December, in East Chicago, Indiana, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Chicago?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does East Chicago have in December?

In East Chicago, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in East Chicago?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in East Chicago?

In East Chicago, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in East Chicago?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in East Chicago?

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

Average temperature in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
East Chicago, IN

Average pressure in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Chicago, IN

Average wind speed in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
East Chicago, IN

Average humidity in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
East Chicago, IN

Average rainfall in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
East Chicago, IN

Average rainfall days in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Chicago, IN

Average snowfall in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Chicago, IN

Average snowfall days in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 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
East Chicago, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Chicago, IN

Average sunshine days in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
East Chicago, IN

Average UV index in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
East Chicago, IN

Average cloud cover in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
East Chicago, IN

Average visibility in December - East Chicago, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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