December weather forecast
Carthage, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Carthage, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). Carthage's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Carthage, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carthage, there are 125.9 rainfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Carthage. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

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 7:44 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, in Carthage, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Carthage is 4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Carthage. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Carthage?

In Carthage, 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.4°F (-2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Carthage?

The most humid month in Carthage, Indiana, is December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December in Carthage?

The average relative humidity in December in Carthage, Indiana, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Carthage?

In Carthage, Indiana, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Carthage?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Carthage?

In Carthage, Indiana, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carthage?

The month with the shortest days in Carthage, Indiana, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Carthage?

On the first day of December in Carthage, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carthage have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Carthage is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Carthage?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Carthage?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Carthage is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carthage, IN

Average temperature in December - Carthage, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°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 (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carthage, IN

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

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

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Average wind speed in December
Carthage, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Carthage, IN

Average humidity in December - Carthage, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carthage, IN

Average rainfall in December - Carthage, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carthage, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Carthage, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carthage, IN

Average snowfall in December - Carthage, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carthage, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Carthage, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carthage, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Carthage, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Carthage, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carthage, IN

Average UV index in December - Carthage, 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
Carthage, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Carthage, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Carthage, IN

Average visibility in December - Carthage, 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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