December weather forecastPence, IN

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pence, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Pence's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). In Pence, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Pence, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Pence, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Pence, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.2 days and aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pence, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During December, Pence experiences an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

In Pence, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Pence, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pence, 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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Pence, IN

  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pence, IN

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pence, IN

  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Pence, IN

  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Pence, IN

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pence, IN

  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pence, IN

  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Pence, IN

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pence, IN

  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Pence, IN

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pence, IN

  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Pence, IN

  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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