December weather forecast
Prairie Creek, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prairie Creek, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Prairie Creek observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Prairie Creek is 80%.

Rainfall

In Prairie Creek, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Prairie Creek, there are 150.1 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Prairie Creek. In Prairie Creek, in December, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Prairie Creek, there are 23.8 snowfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Prairie Creek.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Prairie Creek?

The high-temperature, in December, in Prairie Creek, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.5°F (-1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Prairie Creek?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Prairie Creek in December?

In Prairie Creek, Indiana, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Prairie Creek?

In Prairie Creek, Indiana, in December, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prairie Creek?

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 Prairie Creek?

In Prairie Creek, Indiana, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Prairie Creek?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Prairie Creek?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Prairie Creek.

How long on average sun shines in December in Prairie Creek?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Prairie Creek is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Prairie Creek?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Prairie Creek?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Prairie Creek is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average temperature in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average pressure in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average wind speed in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average humidity in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average rainfall in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average snowfall in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prairie Creek, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average UV index in December - Prairie Creek, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Prairie Creek, IN

Average visibility in December - Prairie Creek, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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