December weather forecast
Kirksville, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Kirksville, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). Throughout the month of December, Kirksville observes an average nighttime temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Kirksville, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirksville, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.5 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Kirksville, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:47 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Kirksville in December has an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kirksville, Indiana, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

In Kirksville, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Kirksville, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Kirksville, IN

Average pressure in December - Kirksville, 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
Kirksville, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kirksville, IN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Kirksville, IN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Kirksville, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Kirksville, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kirksville, IN

Average snowfall in December - Kirksville, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kirksville, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Kirksville, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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
Kirksville, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirksville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kirksville, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Kirksville, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kirksville, IN

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kirksville, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Kirksville, 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
Kirksville, IN

Average visibility in December - Kirksville, 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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