December weather forecast
Elwood, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elwood, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.4°F (3°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Elwood's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 37.4°F (3°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during December.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Elwood, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elwood, in December, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow. In Elwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 15.12" (384mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Elwood is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elwood, is 37.4°F (3°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Elwood?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Elwood, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Elwood, in December, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elwood?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Elwood have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elwood?

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

What are the months 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elwood, IN

Average temperature in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Elwood, IN

Average pressure in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elwood, IN

Average wind speed in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Elwood, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Elwood, IN

Average rainfall in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Elwood, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elwood, IN

Average snowfall in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elwood, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elwood, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elwood, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Elwood, IN

Average UV index in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Elwood, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Elwood, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Elwood, IN

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

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

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