December weather forecast
New Chicago, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Chicago, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). New Chicago observes a consistent average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in New Chicago, Indiana, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Chicago, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.4 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in New Chicago, Indiana. In New Chicago, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in New Chicago, there are 47 snowfall days, and 10.75" (273mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in New Chicago. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in New Chicago?

In New Chicago, 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in New Chicago?

In December, the average relative humidity in New Chicago is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in New Chicago?

In New Chicago, Indiana, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in New Chicago?

In New Chicago, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Chicago?

December has the shortest days of the year in New Chicago, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Chicago have in December?

In New Chicago, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in New Chicago?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Chicago, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Chicago have in December?

In New Chicago, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Chicago?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in New Chicago?

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

Average temperature in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°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 (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
New Chicago, IN

Average pressure in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
New Chicago, IN

Average wind speed in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
New Chicago, IN

Average humidity in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
New Chicago, IN

Average rainfall in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
New Chicago, IN

Average rainfall days in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
New Chicago, IN

Average snowfall in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
New Chicago, IN

Average snowfall days in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Chicago, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
New Chicago, IN

Average sunshine days in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
New Chicago, IN

Average UV index in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
New Chicago, IN

Average cloud cover in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
New Chicago, IN

Average visibility in December - New Chicago, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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