December weather forecast
Burlington, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Burlington, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C). Burlington throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Burlington, Indiana, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.3 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Burlington, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.9 snowfall days, and 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Burlington, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Burlington, 36.9°F (2.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Burlington, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Burlington, during December, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Burlington, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Burlington, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Burlington, IN

Average pressure in December - Burlington, 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
Burlington, IN

Average wind speed in December - Burlington, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Burlington, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Burlington, IN

Average rainfall in December - Burlington, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Burlington, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Burlington, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burlington, IN

Average snowfall in December - Burlington, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burlington, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Burlington, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Burlington, IN

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

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: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burlington, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Burlington, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Burlington, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Burlington, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Burlington, IN

Average visibility in December - Burlington, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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