December weather forecast
Sand Ridge, IN

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Sand Ridge's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sand Ridge, Indiana, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sand Ridge, there are 153.5 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sand Ridge are January through April, November and December. In Sand Ridge, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sand Ridge, 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 Sand Ridge.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sand Ridge, Indiana, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sand Ridge are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sand Ridge in December?

The high-temperature in Sand Ridge during December is 44.8°F (7.1°C) and the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sand Ridge?

In Sand Ridge, Indiana, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sand Ridge?

In Sand Ridge, Indiana, 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 Sand Ridge?

In Sand Ridge, 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 Sand Ridge?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sand Ridge.

How many hours of daylight does Sand Ridge have in December?

In December, the average day length in Sand Ridge, Indiana, is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sand Ridge?

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, in Sand Ridge, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sand Ridge have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sand Ridge, Indiana, is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sand Ridge?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sand Ridge?

In Sand Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sand Ridge, IN

Average temperature in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average pressure in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average wind speed in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average humidity in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average rainfall in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average snowfall in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average UV index in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Sand Ridge, 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
Sand Ridge, IN

Average visibility in December - Sand Ridge, 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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