December weather forecastCarthage, IN
December
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carthage, IN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
