December weather forecast
Peterson, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Peterson, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°F (2.6°C) and min 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). Throughout December, Peterson's nights cool down to an average of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Peterson is 82%.

Rainfall

In Peterson, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.4 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Peterson. In Peterson, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Peterson, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Peterson is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Peterson?

In December, in Peterson, the average high-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Peterson?

In December, the average relative humidity in Peterson, Indiana, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Peterson in December?

In Peterson, Indiana, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Peterson?

In Peterson, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Peterson?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Peterson, Indiana.

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

In Peterson, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Peterson?

On the first day of December in Peterson, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterson have in December?

In Peterson, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Peterson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Peterson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Peterson is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Peterson, IN

Average temperature in December - Peterson, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°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 (31.3°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 (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Peterson, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Peterson, IN

Average wind speed in December - Peterson, 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 (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Peterson, IN

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Peterson, IN

Average rainfall in December - Peterson, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Peterson, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Peterson, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Peterson, IN

Average snowfall in December - Peterson, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Peterson, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Peterson, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 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
Peterson, IN

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (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
Peterson, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Peterson, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Peterson, IN

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Peterson, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Peterson, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Peterson, IN

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

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

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