December weather forecast
Plainfield, IN

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Weather in December

December marks the advent of winter in Plainfield, introducing more frigid weather conditions than November. With the return of significant snowfall, amounting to 3.82" (97mm), the city dons its winter attire. December thus becomes the month of snowflakes and ice, creating a picturesque white landscape. Temperatures drop further, encouraging residents to fully immerse in the winter spirit with warm indoor activities and holiday celebrations. Despite the cold, December in Plainfield boasts a unique charm and cheer, leaving its inhabitants with fond memories as they bid farewell to the year.

Temperature

Plainfield's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Plainfield are July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Plainfield, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plainfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.9 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plainfield are January through May, November and December. In Plainfield, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Plainfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Plainfield, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Plainfield, Indiana. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Plainfield in December?

Plainfield in December has an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Plainfield?

July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Plainfield?

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

How much does it rain in Plainfield in December?

In December, in Plainfield, Indiana, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Plainfield?

In Plainfield, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plainfield?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Plainfield?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Plainfield?

January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Plainfield?

In Plainfield, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Plainfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Plainfield?

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

Average temperature in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in December
Plainfield, IN

Average pressure in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Plainfield, IN

Average wind speed in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Plainfield, IN

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Plainfield, IN

Average rainfall in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Plainfield, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Plainfield, IN

Average snowfall in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Plainfield, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Plainfield, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plainfield, 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 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Plainfield, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Plainfield, IN

Average UV index in December - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Plainfield, IN

Average visibility in December - Plainfield, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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