December weather forecast
Walnut Ridge, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Walnut Ridge, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Walnut Ridge experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). Walnut Ridge's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Walnut Ridge.

Rainfall

In Walnut Ridge, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.7 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Walnut Ridge, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Walnut Ridge are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures in Walnut Ridge vary between a high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Walnut Ridge is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Walnut Ridge, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Walnut Ridge, in December, during 7.1 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Walnut Ridge have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average temperature in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average pressure in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average wind speed in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average humidity in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average rainfall in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average snowfall in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 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
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Walnut Ridge, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average UV index in December - Walnut Ridge, 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
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Walnut Ridge, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Walnut Ridge, IN

Average visibility in December - Walnut Ridge, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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