December weather forecast
Helmsburg, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Helmsburg, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.8°F (4.9°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is expected in Helmsburg.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Helmsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.7 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. In Helmsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Helmsburg during December?

In Helmsburg, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Helmsburg, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Helmsburg have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Helmsburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Helmsburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Helmsburg?

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

Average temperature in December - Helmsburg, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°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
Helmsburg, IN

Average pressure in December - Helmsburg, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Helmsburg, IN

Average wind speed in December - Helmsburg, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Helmsburg, IN

Average humidity in December - Helmsburg, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Helmsburg, IN

Average rainfall in December - Helmsburg, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Helmsburg, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Helmsburg, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Helmsburg, IN

Average snowfall in December - Helmsburg, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Helmsburg, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Helmsburg, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Helmsburg, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Helmsburg, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Helmsburg, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Helmsburg, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Helmsburg, IN

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

Average cloud cover in December
Helmsburg, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Helmsburg, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Helmsburg, IN

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

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

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