December weather forecastMitchell, IN
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Mitchell, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).Temperature
As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Mitchell experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during December nights.Humidity
February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Mitchell.Rainfall
In Mitchell, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mitchell, there are 156.9 rainfall days, and 32.17" (817mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mitchell, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mitchell, Indiana, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Mitchell, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. 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. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average rainfall in December: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average snowfall in December: 1.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Mitchell, IN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Mitchell, IN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
