December weather forecastMontpelier, IN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Montpelier, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Temperature
December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). In Montpelier, the average nighttime temperature during December is a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montpelier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.2 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Montpelier, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average high temperature in December: 36.7°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 (31.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").
Average rainfall days in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average snowfall in December: 1.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, IN
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Montpelier, IN
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (5mi).
