December weather forecastFruitdale, IN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fruitdale, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and max 40.8°F (4.9°C).Temperature
December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is noted.Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.7 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Fruitdale, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average rainfall in December: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average snowfall in December: 1.73"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Fruitdale, IN
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).
