December weather forecast
Shady Nook, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shady Nook, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shady Nook, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.2 snowfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shady Nook.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Shady Nook, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shady Nook, Indiana, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Shady Nook is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Shady Nook, 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Shady Nook, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Shady Nook, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Shady Nook, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shady Nook have in December?

In Shady Nook, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shady Nook have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Shady Nook is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average temperature in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average pressure in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average wind speed in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average humidity in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average rainfall in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average snowfall in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average UV index in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Shady Nook, IN

Average visibility in December - Shady Nook, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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