December weather forecast
Carbondale, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carbondale, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December nights, Carbondale registers an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Carbondale, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Carbondale, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Carbondale, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Carbondale, Indiana, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.6 snowfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Carbondale, Indiana.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Carbondale, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Carbondale, Indiana. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Carbondale?

In December, in Carbondale, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Carbondale?

In December, the average relative humidity in Carbondale, Indiana, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Carbondale?

In Carbondale, Indiana, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Carbondale?

In December, in Carbondale, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carbondale?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Carbondale, Indiana.

How many hours of daylight does Carbondale have in December?

In Carbondale, Indiana, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Carbondale?

On the first day of December in Carbondale, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Carbondale?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Carbondale?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Carbondale?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Carbondale, Indiana, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carbondale, IN

Average temperature in December - Carbondale, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carbondale, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Carbondale, IN

Average wind speed in December - Carbondale, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Carbondale, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carbondale, IN

Average rainfall in December - Carbondale, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carbondale, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Carbondale, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carbondale, IN

Average snowfall in December - Carbondale, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carbondale, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Carbondale, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carbondale, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Carbondale, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Carbondale, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carbondale, IN

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Carbondale, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Carbondale, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Carbondale, IN

Average visibility in December - Carbondale, 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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