December weather forecast
Plato, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plato, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). Throughout December, Plato encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Plato. In Plato, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Plato, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.4 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Plato is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Plato, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Plato are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Plato?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Plato?

The average relative humidity in December in Plato, Indiana, is 84%.

What is the driest month in Plato?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Plato?

In Plato, Indiana, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Plato in December?

In Plato, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plato?

The month with the shortest days in Plato is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Plato have in December?

The average day length in December in Plato, Indiana, is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Plato?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plato, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plato have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Plato is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Plato?

The months with the lowest UV index in Plato are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Plato?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Plato, IN

Average temperature in December - Plato, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Plato, IN

Average pressure in December - Plato, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Plato, IN

Average wind speed in December - Plato, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Plato, IN

Average humidity in December - Plato, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Plato, IN

Average rainfall in December - Plato, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Plato, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Plato, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plato, IN

Average snowfall in December - Plato, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plato, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Plato, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plato, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plato, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Plato, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Plato, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Plato, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Plato, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Plato, IN

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

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

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