December weather forecast
New Chicago, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Chicago, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

New Chicago's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). New Chicago's nocturnal December readings average at a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In New Chicago, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In New Chicago, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.4 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In New Chicago, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Chicago, during the entire year, snow falls for 47 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in New Chicago is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in New Chicago, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in New Chicago, Indiana, is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

New Chicago in December has an average high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In New Chicago, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In New Chicago, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Chicago have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
New Chicago, IN

Average temperature in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
New Chicago, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Chicago, IN

Average wind speed in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
New Chicago, IN

Average humidity in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
New Chicago, IN

Average rainfall in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
New Chicago, IN

Average rainfall days in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Chicago, IN

Average snowfall in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Chicago, IN

Average snowfall days in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Chicago, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Chicago, IN

Average sunshine days in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
New Chicago, IN

Average UV index in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
New Chicago, IN

Average cloud cover in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
New Chicago, IN

Average visibility in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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