December weather forecast
Patoka, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Patoka, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 43°F (6.1°C) and min 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Patoka sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Patoka throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Patoka, Indiana, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Patoka, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 26.3" (668mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Patoka are January through April, November and December. In Patoka, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Patoka, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Patoka, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Patoka is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Patoka are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Patoka?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Patoka, Indiana, are 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Patoka?

In December, the average relative humidity in Patoka, Indiana, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Patoka?

In Patoka, Indiana, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Patoka?

In Patoka, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Patoka?

December has the shortest days of the year in Patoka, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Patoka have in December?

In Patoka, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Patoka?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Patoka, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Patoka?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Patoka, Indiana, is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Patoka?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Patoka, Indiana.

What is the UV index reading in December in Patoka?

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

Average temperature in December - Patoka, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Patoka, IN

Average pressure in December - Patoka, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Patoka, IN

Average wind speed in December - Patoka, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Patoka, IN

Average humidity in December - Patoka, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Patoka, IN

Average rainfall in December - Patoka, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Patoka, IN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Patoka, IN

Average snowfall in December - Patoka, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Patoka, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Patoka, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Patoka, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Patoka, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Patoka, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Patoka, IN

Average UV index in December - Patoka, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Patoka, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Patoka, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Patoka, IN

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

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

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