December weather forecast
Edinburgh, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Edinburgh, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). An average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Edinburgh, Indiana, during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Edinburgh, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Edinburgh, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Edinburgh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.3 days and collects up to 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Edinburgh, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.6 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Edinburgh, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Edinburgh. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Edinburgh in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Edinburgh, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Edinburgh?

The most humid month in Edinburgh, Indiana, is December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Edinburgh?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Edinburgh in December?

In Edinburgh, Indiana, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Edinburgh?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Edinburgh, Indiana.

How many hours of daylight does Edinburgh have in December?

In Edinburgh, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Edinburgh?

On the first day of December in Edinburgh, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Edinburgh have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Edinburgh is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Edinburgh?

The months with the lowest UV index in Edinburgh are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Edinburgh?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Edinburgh, Indiana, is 2. A UV Index 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
Edinburgh, IN

Average temperature in December - Edinburgh, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Edinburgh, IN

Average pressure in December - Edinburgh, 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
Edinburgh, IN

Average wind speed in December - Edinburgh, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Edinburgh, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Edinburgh, IN

Average rainfall in December - Edinburgh, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Edinburgh, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Edinburgh, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Edinburgh, IN

Average snowfall in December - Edinburgh, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Edinburgh, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Edinburgh, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Edinburgh, IN

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Edinburgh, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Edinburgh, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Edinburgh, IN

Average UV index in December - Edinburgh, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Edinburgh, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Edinburgh, IN

Average visibility in December - Edinburgh, 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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