December weather forecast
Richland City, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Richland City, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Richland City's temperature lowers to a mean of 33.1°F (0.6°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Richland City, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Richland City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.5 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Richland City, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Richland City.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Richland City is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Richland City in December?

December temperatures in Richland City vary between a high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richland City?

The average relative humidity in December in Richland City is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richland City?

In Richland City, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Richland City?

In Richland City, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richland City?

December has the shortest days of the year in Richland City, Indiana, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Richland City is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Richland City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Richland City?

The average sunshine duration in December in Richland City, Indiana, is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Richland City?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Richland City, Indiana.

What is the UV index reading in December in Richland City?

In Richland City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richland City, IN

Average temperature in December - Richland City, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Richland City, IN

Average pressure in December - Richland City, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Richland City, IN

Average wind speed in December - Richland City, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Richland City, IN

Average humidity in December - Richland City, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Richland City, IN

Average rainfall in December - Richland City, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Richland City, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Richland City, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richland City, IN

Average snowfall in December - Richland City, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richland City, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Richland City, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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 City, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richland City, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Richland City, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Richland City, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Richland City, IN

Average UV index in December - Richland City, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Richland City, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Richland City, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Richland City, IN

Average visibility in December - Richland City, 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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