December weather forecast
Foley, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Foley, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Foley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.4 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Foley. In Foley, in December, during 9.9 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.7 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Foley.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Foley, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Foley, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Foley, Indiana, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Foley, during December, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Foley is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Foley, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Foley have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

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 Foley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Foley, IN

Average temperature in December - Foley, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Foley, IN

Average pressure in December - Foley, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Foley, IN

Average wind speed in December - Foley, 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 (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Foley, IN

Average humidity in December - Foley, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

Average rainfall in December
Foley, IN

Average rainfall in December - Foley, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Foley, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Foley, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Foley, IN

Average snowfall in December - Foley, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Foley, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Foley, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Foley, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Foley, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Foley, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Foley, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Foley, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Foley, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Foley, IN

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

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

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