December weather forecast
Wolcott, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wolcott, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Wolcott experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). In Wolcott, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Wolcott, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Wolcott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.2 days and collects up to 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Wolcott is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wolcott, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wolcott?

In Wolcott, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wolcott, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Wolcott, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wolcott, IN

Average temperature in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Wolcott, IN

Average pressure in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wolcott, IN

Average wind speed in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wolcott, IN

Average humidity in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wolcott, IN

Average rainfall in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Wolcott, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wolcott, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wolcott, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wolcott, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wolcott, IN

Average UV index in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wolcott, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Wolcott, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Wolcott, IN

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

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

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