December weather forecast
Harris City, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Harris City, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Harris City's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's cool 50°F (10°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.3 rainfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Harris City, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Harris City, during the entire year, snow falls for 35 days and aggregates up to 10.67" (271mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Harris City is 4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Harris City, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Harris City, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harris City?

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

How many hours of daylight does Harris City have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Harris City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Harris City, IN

Average temperature in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Harris City, IN

Average pressure in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Harris City, IN

Average wind speed in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Harris City, IN

Average humidity in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Harris City, IN

Average rainfall in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Harris City, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harris City, IN

Average snowfall in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harris City, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harris City, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harris City, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harris City, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Harris City, IN

Average UV index in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Harris City, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Harris City, IN

Average visibility in December - Harris City, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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