December weather forecast
Scottsburg, IN

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Weather in December

Finally, December in Scottsburg represents the business end of the year, bringing with it the cold winter weather. Snowfall increases, paving the way for a whitewashed landscape across the city. Dotted with Christmas lights and cloaked in a blanket of snow, the city embraces the festivities and winter hand-in-hand. With a maximum temperature averaging 42.6°F (5.9°C) and good chances of night temperatures dipping below freezing to 30.9°F (-0.6°C), Scottsburg provides a quintessential winter scene. As the year wraps up, the mesmerizing view of snow-laden Scottsburg in December truly creates a winter wonderland experience.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Scottsburg corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). During December, Scottsburg's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Scottsburg, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.7 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Scottsburg, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Scottsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. 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 watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Scottsburg, is 42.6°F (5.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Scottsburg, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Scottsburg, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Scottsburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Scottsburg have in December?

In Scottsburg, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average temperature in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average pressure in December - Scottsburg, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average wind speed in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average humidity in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average rainfall in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average snowfall in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Scottsburg, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average UV index in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Scottsburg, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Scottsburg, IN

Average visibility in December - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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