December weather forecast
Independence, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Independence, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Independence's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Independence, Indiana, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Independence, Indiana. In Independence, Indiana, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Independence, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.6 days and aggregates up to 10.59" (269mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Independence.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Independence. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Independence?

In Independence, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Independence?

The average relative humidity in December in Independence is 81%.

How much does it rain in Independence in December?

In December, in Independence, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Independence?

In December, in Independence, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Independence?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Independence?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Independence?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Independence?

The average sunshine duration in December in Independence is 4.4h.

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Independence, Indiana, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Independence?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Independence, IN

Average temperature in December - Independence, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Independence, IN

Average pressure in December - Independence, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Independence, IN

Average wind speed in December - Independence, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Independence, IN

Average humidity in December - Independence, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Independence, IN

Average rainfall in December - Independence, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Independence, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Independence, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Independence, IN

Average snowfall in December - Independence, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Independence, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Independence, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Independence, IN

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Independence, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Independence, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Independence, IN

Average UV index in December - Independence, 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
Independence, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Independence, IN

Average visibility in December - Independence, 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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