December weather forecast
Mishawaka, IN

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Weather in December

Mishawaka bids farewell to the year under the cold grip of winter. The limited daylight hours and less sunshine result in cold days and frosty winds. Snowfall is frequent, covering the landscape and creating a Winter Wonderland. With the overall drop in temperature to a chilling 35.4°F (1.9°C), residents find themselves bundling up to stay warm. The year concludes with the city illuminated with holiday lights, against the beautiful, snowy backdrop.

Temperature

During the transition into December, Mishawaka observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C). Mishawaka's nighttime temperatures in December reveal a minimal variation from the daytime highs, averaging at a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.5 rainfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mishawaka, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Mishawaka, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.6 days and aggregates up to 14.84" (377mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Mishawaka, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mishawaka, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mishawaka have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mishawaka have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mishawaka is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mishawaka?

In Mishawaka, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average temperature in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average pressure in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average wind speed in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average humidity in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average rainfall in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average snowfall in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mishawaka, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Mishawaka, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Mishawaka, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Mishawaka, IN

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

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

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