December weather forecast
Ellettsville, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ellettsville, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). Ellettsville's temperature drops to an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Ellettsville, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.5 rainfall days, and 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Ellettsville, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ellettsville, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ellettsville, Indiana, are January, February, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ellettsville, records 40.3°F (4.6°C), while the low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellettsville have in December?

In Ellettsville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Ellettsville, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellettsville, IN

Average pressure in December - Ellettsville, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Ellettsville, IN

Average wind speed in December - Ellettsville, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellettsville, IN

Average humidity in December - Ellettsville, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ellettsville, IN

Average rainfall in December - Ellettsville, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellettsville, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Ellettsville, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellettsville, IN

Average snowfall in December - Ellettsville, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ellettsville, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Ellettsville, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Ellettsville, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellettsville, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ellettsville, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Ellettsville, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellettsville, IN

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ellettsville, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ellettsville, IN

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

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

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