December weather forecast
Orleans, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Orleans, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

Orleans in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). The nights of December in Orleans anticipate an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Orleans, Indiana, are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orleans, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.9 days and collects up to 32.17" (817mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Orleans are January through April, November and December. In Orleans, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Orleans, Indiana, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Orleans, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Orleans are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Orleans in December?

During December, Orleans experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Orleans?

The months with the highest humidity in Orleans are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Orleans?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Orleans?

In Orleans, Indiana, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Orleans in December?

In Orleans, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orleans?

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

How many hours of daylight does Orleans have in December?

The average day length in December in Orleans is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Orleans?

On the first day of December in Orleans, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Orleans?

The month with the least sunshine in Orleans is December, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Orleans have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Orleans?

The months with the lowest UV index in Orleans are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Orleans?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Orleans, Indiana, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Orleans, IN

Average temperature in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°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 (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Orleans, IN

Average pressure in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Orleans, IN

Average wind speed in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Orleans, IN

Average humidity in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Orleans, IN

Average rainfall in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Orleans, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Orleans, IN

Average snowfall in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Orleans, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orleans, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Orleans, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Orleans, IN

Average UV index in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Orleans, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Orleans, IN

Average visibility in December - Orleans, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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