December weather forecast
Ellisville, IN

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Weather in December

December in Ellisville, Indiana marks the beginning of winter, with the mercury dropping and the arrival of persistent snow. Christmas decorations and holiday spirit add charm and warmth to the frosty weather. The winter chill brings with it indoor comfort and cozy firesides. A persistent snowfall of 0.87" (22mm) over 8.4 days confirms the fullness of this winter month. Residents bundle up in winter coats, hats, and gloves ready to welcome the new year amid celebrations.

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Ellisville, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ellisville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.6 days and collects up to 12.8" (325mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 5.59" (142mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 36.3°F (2.4°C) and the low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Ellisville in December?

In Ellisville, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ellisville, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Ellisville, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellisville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Ellisville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ellisville, IN

Average temperature in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°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 (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellisville, IN

Average pressure in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Ellisville, IN

Average wind speed in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellisville, IN

Average humidity in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Ellisville, IN

Average rainfall in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellisville, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellisville, IN

Average snowfall in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ellisville, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ellisville, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellisville, IN

Average UV index in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ellisville, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Ellisville, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Ellisville, IN

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

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

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