December weather forecast
Oxford, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oxford, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). Oxford cools down to an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Oxford, Indiana, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.9 rainfall days, and 18.07" (459mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Oxford, Indiana. In December, in Oxford, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Oxford is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Oxford in December?

The high-temperature during December is 37°F (2.8°C) and the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oxford?

In December, the average relative humidity in Oxford, Indiana, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Oxford?

In December, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oxford?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in December?

In Oxford, Indiana, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oxford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oxford have in December?

In Oxford, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Oxford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oxford, IN

Average temperature in December - Oxford, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Oxford, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oxford, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Oxford, IN

Average humidity in December - Oxford, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Oxford, IN

Average rainfall in December - Oxford, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Oxford, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Oxford, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oxford, IN

Average snowfall in December - Oxford, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oxford, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Oxford, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oxford, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oxford, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Oxford, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Oxford, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Oxford, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Oxford, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Oxford, IN

Average visibility in December - Oxford, 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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