December weather forecast
Patriot, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Patriot, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.4°F (5.8°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. 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. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Patriot, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Patriot?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Patriot, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Patriot?

In December, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Patriot have in December?

The average day length in December in Patriot is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Patriot, IN

Average temperature in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Patriot, IN

Average pressure in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Patriot, IN

Average wind speed in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Patriot, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Patriot, IN

Average rainfall in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Patriot, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Patriot, IN

Average snowfall in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Patriot, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Patriot, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Patriot, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Patriot, IN

Average UV index in December - Patriot, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Patriot, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Patriot, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Patriot, IN

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

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

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