December weather forecast
Depauw, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Depauw, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and max 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Depauw's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) in December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.9 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September through December. In Depauw, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Depauw, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.8 days and aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Depauw, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Depauw, is 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Depauw, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Depauw, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

Average pressure in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

Average wind speed in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

Average humidity in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

Average rainfall in December - Depauw, 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 (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Depauw, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

Average snowfall in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Depauw, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Depauw, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

Average UV index in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Depauw, 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
Depauw, IN

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

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

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