December weather forecast
Rocky Ford, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rocky Ford, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Nighttime temperatures in Rocky Ford consistently average a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Ford, Indiana, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.5 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Rocky Ford, Indiana. In Rocky Ford, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Rocky Ford, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.6 days and aggregates up to 10.59" (269mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rocky Ford, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rocky Ford, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rocky Ford in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rocky Ford, is 37.6°F (3.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rocky Ford?

In Rocky Ford, Indiana, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rocky Ford?

In December, in Rocky Ford, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rocky Ford in December?

In Rocky Ford, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rocky Ford?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rocky Ford, Indiana, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Ford have in December?

In Rocky Ford, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rocky Ford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rocky Ford, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky Ford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rocky Ford, Indiana, is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rocky Ford?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Rocky Ford, Indiana, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Rocky Ford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rocky Ford, Indiana, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average temperature in December - Rocky Ford, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°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 (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rocky Ford, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average wind speed in December - Rocky Ford, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average humidity in December - Rocky Ford, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average rainfall in December - Rocky Ford, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Rocky Ford, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average snowfall in December - Rocky Ford, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (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
Rocky Ford, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Rocky Ford, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rocky Ford, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Rocky Ford, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average UV index in December - Rocky Ford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Rocky Ford, 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 and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Rocky Ford, IN

Average visibility in December - Rocky Ford, 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).

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