December weather forecast
Onward, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Onward, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). Onward's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Onward, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.6 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46 snowfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Onward, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Onward. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 36.7°F (2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Onward?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Onward, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Onward, during December, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Onward have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Onward?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Onward, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Onward, IN

Average temperature in December - Onward, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Onward, IN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Onward, IN

Average wind speed in December - Onward, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Onward, IN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Onward, IN

Average rainfall in December - Onward, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Onward, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Onward, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Onward, IN

Average snowfall in December - Onward, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Onward, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Onward, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Onward, 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: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Onward, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Onward, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Onward, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Onward, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Onward, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Onward, IN

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

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

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