December weather forecast
Peru, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Peru, 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

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). Peru's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Peru, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.6 rainfall days, and 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Peru, during December, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Peru, during the entire year, snow falls for 46 days and aggregates up to 14.8" (376mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Peru, 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Peru, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Peru?

In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Peru have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peru have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Peru, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
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Average temperature in December
Peru, IN

Average temperature in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average pressure in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average wind speed in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average humidity in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average rainfall in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average snowfall in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average UV index in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Peru, 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
Peru, IN

Average visibility in December - Peru, 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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