December weather forecast
South Bend, IN

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Colorful river lights on the bridge of St. Joseph River in South Bend, Indiana
Colorful river lights on the bridge of St. Joseph River in South Bend, Indiana

Weather in December

In December, South Bend embarks on its winter journey. The city experiences chilling temperatures, with the mean high and lows plummeting to 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively. Moreover, the respectable snowfall of 2.83" (72mm) in this month heralds the official arrival of winter. December in South Bend exchanges the fall foliage with snowy vistas and frost-kissed mornings. As the city transitions into a new year, the winter rigor intensifies, closing the annual meteorological cycle.

Temperature

As South Bend enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) of November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). South Bend experiences a steady nighttime temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in South Bend, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.2 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Bend are January through May, October through December. In South Bend, during December, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In South Bend, Indiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.6 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Bend.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Bend in December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.2°F (1.8°C) and the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Bend?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Bend?

In December, in South Bend, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Bend in December?

In December, in South Bend, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Bend?

December has the shortest days of the year in South Bend, Indiana, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does South Bend have in December?

In December, the average day length in South Bend is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Bend?

On the first day of December in South Bend, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Bend?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Bend?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in South Bend?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
South Bend, IN

Average temperature in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Bend, IN

Average pressure in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Bend, IN

Average wind speed in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Bend, IN

Average humidity in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Bend, IN

Average rainfall in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Bend, IN

Average rainfall days in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Bend, IN

Average snowfall in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Bend, IN

Average snowfall days in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 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
South Bend, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Bend, IN

Average sunshine days in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Bend, IN

Average UV index in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
South Bend, IN

Average cloud cover in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
South Bend, IN

Average visibility in December - South Bend, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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