December weather forecast
Straughn, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Straughn, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). During December, Straughn consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Straughn, in December, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.7 snowfall days, and 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Straughn, 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 28°F (-2.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Straughn, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Straughn?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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 cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Straughn, IN

Average temperature in December - Straughn, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Straughn, IN

Average pressure in December - Straughn, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Straughn, IN

Average wind speed in December - Straughn, 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 (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Straughn, IN

Average humidity in December - Straughn, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Straughn, IN

Average rainfall in December - Straughn, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Straughn, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Straughn, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Straughn, IN

Average snowfall in December - Straughn, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Straughn, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Straughn, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Straughn, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Straughn, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Straughn, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Straughn, IN

Average UV index in December - Straughn, 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
Straughn, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Straughn, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Straughn, IN

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

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

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