December weather forecastLaurel, IN
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Laurel, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Temperature
As December arrives, Laurel's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 28.4°F (-2°C) during December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January, February, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In Laurel, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Laurel, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Laurel. In Laurel, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.6 snowfall days, and 8.9" (226mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, in Laurel, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Laurel is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Laurel, IN
- Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Laurel, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Laurel, IN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Laurel, IN
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, July and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Laurel, IN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Laurel, IN
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Laurel, IN
- Average snowfall in December: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Laurel, IN
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Laurel, IN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Laurel, IN
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Laurel, IN
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Laurel, IN
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Laurel, 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).
