December weather forecast
University Heights, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in University Heights, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). Throughout the month of December, University Heights witnesses an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In University Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In University Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In University Heights, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In University Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In University Heights, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In University Heights, 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 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In University Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
University Heights, IN

Average temperature in December - University Heights, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°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 (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
University Heights, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
University Heights, IN

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
University Heights, IN

Average humidity in December - University Heights, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
University Heights, IN

Average rainfall in December - University Heights, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
University Heights, IN

Average rainfall days in December - University Heights, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
University Heights, IN

Average snowfall in December - University Heights, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
University Heights, IN

Average snowfall days in December - University Heights, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
University Heights, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - University Heights, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
University Heights, IN

Average sunshine days in December - University Heights, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
University Heights, IN

Average UV index in December - University Heights, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
University Heights, IN

Average cloud cover in December - University Heights, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
University Heights, IN

Average visibility in December - University Heights, 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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