December weather forecast
Vandalia, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vandalia, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Vandalia experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is noted in Vandalia during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Vandalia, Indiana, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.9 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, in Vandalia, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Vandalia in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Vandalia, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Vandalia?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Vandalia in December?

In Vandalia, Indiana, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Vandalia?

In Vandalia, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vandalia?

The month with the shortest days in Vandalia, Indiana, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In Vandalia, Indiana, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Vandalia?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Vandalia?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Vandalia?

In Vandalia, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Vandalia are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Vandalia?

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

Average temperature in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°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 (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Vandalia, IN

Average pressure in December - Vandalia, 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
Vandalia, IN

Average wind speed in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Vandalia, IN

Average humidity in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Vandalia, IN

Average rainfall in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Vandalia, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Vandalia, IN

Average snowfall in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Vandalia, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Vandalia, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Vandalia, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Vandalia, IN

Average UV index in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Vandalia, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Vandalia, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Vandalia, IN

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

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

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