December weather forecast
Gifford, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gifford, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). In Gifford, the expected average low-temperature for December is a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gifford is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gifford, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Gifford, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.2 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Gifford, Indiana, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gifford, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gifford, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Gifford, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Gifford is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gifford. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gifford in December?

In Gifford, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gifford?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Gifford in December?

In December, in Gifford, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gifford in December?

In Gifford, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gifford?

The month with the shortest days in Gifford, Indiana, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Gifford, Indiana, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gifford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gifford have in December?

In Gifford, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gifford?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gifford.

How high is the UV index in December in Gifford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gifford is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gifford, IN

Average temperature in December - Gifford, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gifford, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gifford, IN

Average wind speed in December - Gifford, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gifford, IN

Average humidity in December - Gifford, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gifford, IN

Average rainfall in December - Gifford, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gifford, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Gifford, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gifford, IN

Average snowfall in December - Gifford, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gifford, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Gifford, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Gifford, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gifford, 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: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gifford, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Gifford, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gifford, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gifford, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Gifford, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Gifford, IN

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

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

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