December weather forecast
Fairfax, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fairfax, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Fairfax experiences a consistent average temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Fairfax, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Fairfax is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fairfax, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fairfax, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfax have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfax have in December?

In Fairfax, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fairfax is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Fairfax, IN

Average temperature in December - Fairfax, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°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 (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°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 (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairfax, IN

Average pressure in December - Fairfax, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fairfax, IN

Average wind speed in December - Fairfax, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairfax, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairfax, IN

Average rainfall in December - Fairfax, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairfax, IN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairfax, IN

Average snowfall in December - Fairfax, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairfax, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Fairfax, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairfax, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Fairfax, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairfax, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Fairfax, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Fairfax, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Fairfax, IN

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

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

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