December weather forecast
Sullivan, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sullivan, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). An average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sullivan is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sullivan, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.1 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Sullivan, in December, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.8 snowfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.4h of 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sullivan, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sullivan, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Sullivan have in December?

In Sullivan, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Sullivan have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sullivan.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sullivan, IN

Average temperature in December - Sullivan, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Sullivan, IN

Average pressure in December - Sullivan, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sullivan, IN

Average wind speed in December - Sullivan, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sullivan, IN

Average humidity in December - Sullivan, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Sullivan, IN

Average rainfall in December - Sullivan, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Sullivan, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Sullivan, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sullivan, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sullivan, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Sullivan, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sullivan, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Sullivan, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sullivan, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Sullivan, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Sullivan, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Sullivan, IN

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

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

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