December weather forecast
Gatesville, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gatesville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.8°F (4.9°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Gatesville expects an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, December is the most humid month in Gatesville.

Rainfall

In Gatesville, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Gatesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.7 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gatesville, Indiana. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gatesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gatesville?

During December, Gatesville experiences an average high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Gatesville?

The most humid month in Gatesville, Indiana, is December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gatesville?

The average relative humidity in December in Gatesville is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gatesville?

In Gatesville, Indiana, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gatesville in December?

In Gatesville, Indiana, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gatesville?

The month with the shortest days in Gatesville is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gatesville?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gatesville?

On the first day of December in Gatesville, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gatesville?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gatesville is 4.3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Gatesville are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Gatesville?

In Gatesville, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gatesville, IN

Average temperature in December - Gatesville, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gatesville, IN

Average pressure in December - Gatesville, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gatesville, IN

Average wind speed in December - Gatesville, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gatesville, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Gatesville, IN

Average rainfall in December - Gatesville, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Gatesville, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Gatesville, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gatesville, IN

Average snowfall in December - Gatesville, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gatesville, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Gatesville, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Gatesville, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gatesville, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gatesville, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Gatesville, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Gatesville, IN

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gatesville, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Gatesville, 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
Gatesville, IN

Average visibility in December - Gatesville, 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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