December weather forecast
Arlington, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Arlington, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Arlington observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

January, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Arlington.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Arlington, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.9 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:28 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, in Arlington, the average high-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Arlington?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Arlington, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Arlington, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Arlington, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Arlington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Arlington, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arlington, IN

Average temperature in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°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 (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Arlington, IN

Average pressure in December - Arlington, 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
Arlington, IN

Average wind speed in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Arlington, IN

Average humidity in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, July and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Arlington, IN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Arlington, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arlington, IN

Average snowfall in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arlington, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arlington, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Arlington, IN

Average UV index in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Arlington, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Arlington, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Arlington, IN

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

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

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