December weather forecast
Terre Haute, IN

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Weather in December

December marks the round-off of the year in Terre Haute with the arrival of full-fledged winter. Snowfall begins to occur again, closing the cycle with an average accumulation of 1.69in. The festive decorations across the city coupled with the wintry weather provide a signature holiday vibe. Despite the cold weather and reduced daylight hours, the city exudes a warm and festive atmosphere, making December a delightful time to be in Terre Haute. The snug climatic conditions require dressing up in warm and comfortable clothing.

Temperature

Terre Haute observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Terre Haute is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Terre Haute, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Terre Haute, Indiana. In Terre Haute, Indiana, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.7 snowfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Terre Haute.
On the first day of December in Terre Haute, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Terre Haute in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Terre Haute are 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Terre Haute?

In December, the average relative humidity in Terre Haute, Indiana, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Terre Haute in December?

In Terre Haute, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Terre Haute in December?

In December, in Terre Haute, Indiana, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Terre Haute?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Terre Haute?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Terre Haute?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Terre Haute, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Terre Haute?

The months with the least sunshine in Terre Haute are January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Terre Haute have in December?

In Terre Haute, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Terre Haute?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Terre Haute?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Terre Haute, Indiana, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average temperature in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°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 (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average pressure in December - Terre Haute, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average wind speed in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average humidity in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average rainfall in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average snowfall in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Terre Haute, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average UV index in December - Terre Haute, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Terre Haute, IN

Average visibility in December - Terre Haute, 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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