December weather forecast
Matthews, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Matthews, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Matthews, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Matthews, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Matthews, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Matthews, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 13.5" (343mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Matthews, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Matthews, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Matthews?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Matthews.

How many hours of daylight does Matthews have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Matthews, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Matthews?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Matthews, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Matthews, IN

Average temperature in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°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 (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Matthews, IN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Matthews, IN

Average wind speed in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Matthews, IN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Matthews, IN

Average rainfall in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Matthews, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Matthews, IN

Average snowfall in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Matthews, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Matthews, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Matthews, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Matthews, IN

Average UV index in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Matthews, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Matthews, IN

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

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

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