December weather forecast
Pikes Peak, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pikes Peak, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.8°F (4.9°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). In December, Pikes Peak experiences an average nighttime temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, December is the most humid month in Pikes Peak.

Rainfall

In Pikes Peak, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pikes Peak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.7 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Pikes Peak, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Pikes Peak, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pikes Peak, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Pikes Peak, is 40.8°F (4.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pikes Peak, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pikes Peak, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Pikes Peak?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pikes Peak?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pikes Peak, IN

Average temperature in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Pikes Peak, IN

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pikes Peak, IN

Average humidity in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Pikes Peak, IN

Average rainfall in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Pikes Peak, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pikes Peak, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pikes Peak, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Pikes Peak, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Pikes Peak, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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