December weather forecast
Rapture, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rapture, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). December in Rapture, Indiana, witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In Rapture, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rapture, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.7 rainfall days, and 38.23" (971mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Rapture, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rapture, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Rapture, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Rapture, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Rapture in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rapture, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rapture?

In December, the average relative humidity in Rapture is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rapture?

In Rapture, Indiana, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rapture?

In Rapture, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rapture?

The month with the shortest days in Rapture, Indiana, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rapture have in December?

The average day length in December in Rapture is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rapture?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rapture have in December?

In Rapture, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rapture?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rapture?

In Rapture, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rapture, IN

Average temperature in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Rapture, IN

Average pressure in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rapture, IN

Average wind speed in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Rapture, IN

Average humidity in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Rapture, IN

Average rainfall in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Rapture, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rapture, IN

Average snowfall in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rapture, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Rapture, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rapture, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Rapture, IN

Average UV index in December - Rapture, 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
Rapture, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Rapture, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Rapture, IN

Average visibility in December - Rapture, 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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