December weather forecast
Surprise, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Surprise, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). Surprise observes an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Surprise, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Surprise, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Surprise, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Surprise, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Surprise, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Surprise is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Surprise, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Surprise are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Surprise?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Surprise, is 42.3°F (5.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Surprise?

December is the most humid month in Surprise, Indiana, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Surprise?

The average relative humidity in December in Surprise, Indiana, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Surprise in December?

In December, in Surprise, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Surprise?

In Surprise, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Surprise?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Surprise?

On the first day of December in Surprise, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Surprise?

The month with the least sunshine in Surprise is December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Surprise have in December?

In Surprise, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Surprise?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Surprise?

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

Average temperature in December - Surprise, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Surprise, IN

Average pressure in December - Surprise, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Surprise, IN

Average wind speed in December - Surprise, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Surprise, IN

Average humidity in December - Surprise, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Surprise, IN

Average rainfall in December - Surprise, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Surprise, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Surprise, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Surprise, IN

Average snowfall in December - Surprise, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Surprise, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Surprise, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Surprise, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Surprise, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Surprise, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Surprise, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Surprise, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Surprise, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Surprise, IN

Average visibility in December - Surprise, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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