December weather forecast
Pleasant Ridge, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pleasant Ridge, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pleasant Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.2 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Pleasant Ridge, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Pleasant Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.3 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pleasant Ridge, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Ridge have in December?

In Pleasant Ridge, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pleasant Ridge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Pleasant Ridge, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pleasant Ridge is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average pressure in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Ridge, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Ridge, IN

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Ridge, 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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