December weather forecast
Pottawattamie Park, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Pottawattamie Park, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). Pottawattamie Park's nights throughout December are marked by an average low temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

In Pottawattamie Park, Indiana, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Pottawattamie Park, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Pottawattamie Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.1 days and collects up to 27.13" (689mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Pottawattamie Park, in December, during 10.8 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pottawattamie Park, Indiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.8 days and aggregates up to 11.5" (292mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pottawattamie Park.
On the first day of December in Pottawattamie Park, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Pottawattamie Park, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Pottawattamie Park is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pottawattamie Park in December?

In Pottawattamie Park, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pottawattamie Park?

In December, the average relative humidity in Pottawattamie Park is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pottawattamie Park?

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pottawattamie Park in December?

In Pottawattamie Park, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pottawattamie Park?

December has the shortest days of the year in Pottawattamie Park, Indiana, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pottawattamie Park have in December?

In December, the average day length in Pottawattamie Park, Indiana, is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pottawattamie Park?

On the first day of December in Pottawattamie Park, Indiana, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pottawattamie Park have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pottawattamie Park is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pottawattamie Park?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Pottawattamie Park, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Pottawattamie Park?

In Pottawattamie Park, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average temperature in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average pressure in December - Pottawattamie Park, 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
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average wind speed in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average humidity in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average rainfall in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average snowfall in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 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
Pottawattamie Park, IN

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average UV index in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Pottawattamie Park, IN

Average visibility in December - Pottawattamie Park, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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