December weather forecast
Hardinsburg, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hardinsburg, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

As Hardinsburg enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) of November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). In December, Hardinsburg's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) during the night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Hardinsburg, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hardinsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.1 days and collects up to 20.28" (515mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hardinsburg, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hardinsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.6 days and aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hardinsburg.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hardinsburg.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.8°F (6°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Hardinsburg, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hardinsburg, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min 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 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Hardinsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Hardinsburg, IN

Average temperature in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hardinsburg, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hardinsburg, IN

Average wind speed in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hardinsburg, IN

Average humidity in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Hardinsburg, IN

Average rainfall in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Hardinsburg, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hardinsburg, IN

Average snowfall in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hardinsburg, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Hardinsburg, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hardinsburg, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Hardinsburg, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hardinsburg, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Hardinsburg, IN

Average visibility in December - Hardinsburg, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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