December weather forecast
Dayton, IN

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Nighttime temperature in Dayton experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dayton, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Dayton, in December, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Dayton, Indiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 11.57" (294mm) of snow.

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 7:51 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Dayton, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Dayton, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dayton in December?

December temperatures in Dayton, Indiana, vary between a high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dayton?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Dayton in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dayton?

In Dayton, Indiana, in December, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dayton?

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 Dayton?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dayton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dayton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dayton is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dayton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dayton, Indiana, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dayton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dayton, IN

Average temperature in December - Dayton, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°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 (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dayton, IN

Average pressure in December - Dayton, 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
Dayton, IN

Average wind speed in December - Dayton, 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
Dayton, IN

Average humidity in December - Dayton, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dayton, IN

Average rainfall in December - Dayton, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dayton, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Dayton, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dayton, IN

Average snowfall in December - Dayton, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dayton, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Dayton, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 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
Dayton, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dayton, 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 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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dayton, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Dayton, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dayton, IN

Average UV index in December - Dayton, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dayton, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Dayton, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Dayton, IN

Average visibility in December - Dayton, 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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