December weather forecastNew Amsterdam, IN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in New Amsterdam, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).Temperature
December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). New Amsterdam sees an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during December.Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In New Amsterdam, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In New Amsterdam, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, September through December are months with snowfall in New Amsterdam. In New Amsterdam, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in New Amsterdam, Indiana, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 7.91" (201mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in New Amsterdam is December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in New Amsterdam are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average rainfall in December: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average snowfall in December: 1.14"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
New Amsterdam, IN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, September and December (5mi).
