December weather forecast
Fruitdale, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fruitdale, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). The temperature dips to an average of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, December is the most humid month in Fruitdale.

Rainfall

In Fruitdale, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fruitdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.7 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fruitdale, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fruitdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fruitdale, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fruitdale, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Fruitdale, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Fruitdale?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fruitdale, records 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Fruitdale?

December is the most humid month in Fruitdale, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fruitdale?

In Fruitdale, Indiana, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fruitdale?

In December, in Fruitdale, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Fruitdale?

In Fruitdale, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fruitdale?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fruitdale?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fruitdale have in December?

In Fruitdale, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fruitdale?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fruitdale?

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

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).

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Average pressure in December
Fruitdale, IN

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Fruitdale, IN

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).

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Average humidity in December
Fruitdale, IN

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fruitdale, IN

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fruitdale, IN

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Fruitdale, IN

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fruitdale, IN

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fruitdale, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fruitdale, IN

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).

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Average UV index in December
Fruitdale, IN

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fruitdale, IN

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).

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Average visibility in December
Fruitdale, IN

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).

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