December weather forecastLawrence, IN
December
Weather in December
December in Lawrence sees the return of winter, with temperatures plunging to an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C). This period is characterized by frosty winds, high humidity, and reduced daylight, casting a cold pall over the city. Despite the chilly weather, it's a time of outdoor holiday decorations and indoor festivities. Snowfall of 0.59" (15mm) paints a quintessential winter scene—creating that dreamy white Christmas. The usual December weather sets the stage for the end of the year, wrapping Lawrence in a blanket of winter enchantment.Temperature
The start of December in Lawrence involves a temperature drop, moving from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). Lawrence observes an average nighttime temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) during December.Humidity
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Lawrence, Indiana, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lawrence, Indiana, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Lawrence are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December in Lawrence, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Lawrence, Indiana, is 4.2h.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index in Lawrence, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lawrence, IN
- Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Lawrence, 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
Lawrence, IN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Lawrence, IN
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Lawrence, IN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.55"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Lawrence, IN
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lawrence, IN
- Average snowfall in December: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lawrence, IN
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Lawrence, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lawrence, IN
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15 days).
Average UV index in December
Lawrence, IN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Lawrence, IN
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Lawrence, 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).
