December weather forecast
Matthews, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Matthews, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December, Matthews's nights cool down to an average of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Matthews, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Matthews, there are 44 snowfall days, and 13.5" (343mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Matthews, Indiana.
On the first day of December in Matthews, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Matthews, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests 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. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Matthews during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Matthews are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Matthews?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Matthews in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Matthews?

In Matthews, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Matthews?

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 Matthews?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Matthews?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Matthews have in December?

In Matthews, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Matthews?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Matthews?

In Matthews, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Matthews, IN

Average temperature in December - Matthews, 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 (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Matthews, IN

Average pressure in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in December
Matthews, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Matthews, IN

Average humidity in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Matthews, IN

Average rainfall in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Matthews, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Matthews, IN

Average snowfall in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Matthews, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Matthews, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Matthews, 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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Matthews, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Matthews, IN

Average UV index in December - Matthews, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Matthews, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Matthews, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Matthews, IN

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

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

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