December weather forecast
Richland Center, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Richland Center, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.6°F (-3°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). Richland Center encounters a steady low-temperature average of 26.6°F (-3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Richland Center, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.3 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Richland Center, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Richland Center, records 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Richland Center, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Richland Center, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Richland Center, Indiana, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Richland Center have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Richland Center?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Richland Center, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Richland Center, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richland Center, IN

Average temperature in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Richland Center, IN

Average pressure in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Richland Center, IN

Average wind speed in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Richland Center, IN

Average humidity in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Richland Center, IN

Average rainfall in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Richland Center, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richland Center, IN

Average snowfall in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richland Center, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Richland Center, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richland Center, 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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Richland Center, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Richland Center, IN

Average UV index in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Richland Center, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Richland Center, IN

Average visibility in December - Richland Center, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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