December weather forecast
Shipshewana, IN

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Weather in December

December welcomes the full onslaught of winter in Shipshewana, Indiana, with cold temperatures and frequent snowfall. The city prepares for white winter days as snowfall increases. There’s a significant drop in daylight hours, making the days short and nights long. Similarly, the record snowfall levels rise to 2.76" (70mm) with snow-days counting up to 12.5. With little daylight and predominant chill, December stands as the harbinger of the formidable Winters in this city.

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). Nighttime temperature in Shipshewana, Indiana, dips to a mean of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Shipshewana is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shipshewana, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Shipshewana, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.4 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. 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: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Shipshewana, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Shipshewana, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shipshewana, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shipshewana have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shipshewana have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Shipshewana, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°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 (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Shipshewana, IN

Average pressure in December - Shipshewana, 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
Shipshewana, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Shipshewana, IN

Average humidity in December - Shipshewana, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Shipshewana, IN

Average rainfall in December - Shipshewana, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Shipshewana, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Shipshewana, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shipshewana, IN

Average snowfall in December - Shipshewana, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shipshewana, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Shipshewana, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shipshewana, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Shipshewana, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Shipshewana, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Shipshewana, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Shipshewana, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Shipshewana, IN

Average visibility in December - Shipshewana, 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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