December weather forecast
Burns Harbor, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Burns Harbor, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). Burns Harbor welcomes an average low temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in December, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Burns Harbor is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Burns Harbor. In Burns Harbor, in December, during 10.3 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Burns Harbor, there are 47.9 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Burns Harbor.
On the first day of December in Burns Harbor, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Burns Harbor is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Burns Harbor in December?

The high-temperature in Burns Harbor, Indiana, during December is 36.3°F (2.4°C) and the low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Burns Harbor?

The average relative humidity in December in Burns Harbor, Indiana, is 81%.

What is the driest month in Burns Harbor?

January and December are months with the least rain in Burns Harbor when the rain falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Burns Harbor?

In Burns Harbor, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Burns Harbor?

In Burns Harbor, in December, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burns Harbor?

December has the shortest days of the year in Burns Harbor, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Burns Harbor?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Burns Harbor?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Burns Harbor, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Burns Harbor have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Burns Harbor?

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 Burns Harbor?

In Burns Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average temperature in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average pressure in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average wind speed in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average humidity in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average rainfall in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average snowfall in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 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
Burns Harbor, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average UV index in December - Burns Harbor, 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
Burns Harbor, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Burns Harbor, IN

Average visibility in December - Burns Harbor, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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