December weather forecast
Sheridan, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Sheridan, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°F (3.1°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). During the month of December, Sheridan experiences a steady low-temperature average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Sheridan are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Sheridan, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sheridan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sheridan, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sheridan, Indiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 15.63" (397mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Sheridan, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sheridan, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sheridan in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sheridan are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Sheridan?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Sheridan.

What is the average humidity in December in Sheridan?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sheridan, Indiana, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sheridan in December?

In Sheridan, Indiana, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheridan?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sheridan?

On the first day of December in Sheridan, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sheridan?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sheridan is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sheridan?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Sheridan, Indiana, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sheridan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheridan, Indiana, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sheridan, IN

Average temperature in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Sheridan, IN

Average pressure in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sheridan, IN

Average wind speed in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Sheridan, IN

Average humidity in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Sheridan, IN

Average rainfall in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Sheridan, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sheridan, IN

Average snowfall in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sheridan, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sheridan, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sheridan, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sheridan, IN

Average UV index in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sheridan, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Sheridan, IN

Average visibility in December - Sheridan, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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