December weather forecast
New Richmond, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Richmond, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C). In New Richmond, an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In New Richmond, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.1 days and collects up to 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Richmond are January through April, October through December. In New Richmond, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In New Richmond, Indiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, October through 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in New Richmond in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In New Richmond, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in New Richmond?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in New Richmond, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In New Richmond, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Richmond, IN

Average temperature in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°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 (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
New Richmond, IN

Average pressure in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Richmond, IN

Average wind speed in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
New Richmond, IN

Average humidity in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
New Richmond, IN

Average rainfall in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
New Richmond, IN

Average rainfall days in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Richmond, IN

Average snowfall in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Richmond, IN

Average snowfall days in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Richmond, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Richmond, IN

Average sunshine days in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
New Richmond, IN

Average UV index in December - New Richmond, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
New Richmond, IN

Average cloud cover in December - New Richmond, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
New Richmond, IN

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

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

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