December weather forecastNapoleon, IN

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Napoleon, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.6°F (4.8°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Napoleon, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.3 rainfall days, and 36.18" (919mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

With an average relative humidity of 82%, December is the most humid month.

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

In Napoleon, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Napoleon, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

In Napoleon, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average humidity in December: 82%

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

Average rainfall in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Napoleon, IN

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Napoleon, 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
Napoleon, IN

  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Napoleon, IN

  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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