December weather forecast
Lapel, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Lapel, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). During the month of December, Lapel anticipates a mean low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Lapel are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Lapel, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Lapel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.6 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lapel, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Lapel in December has an average high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°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 Lapel, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lapel, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lapel, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lapel have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lapel, IN

Average temperature in December - Lapel, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Lapel, IN

Average pressure in December - Lapel, 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
Lapel, IN

Average wind speed in December - Lapel, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Lapel, IN

Average humidity in December - Lapel, 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
Lapel, IN

Average rainfall in December - Lapel, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Lapel, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Lapel, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lapel, IN

Average snowfall in December - Lapel, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lapel, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Lapel, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lapel, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lapel, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Lapel, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lapel, IN

Average UV index in December - Lapel, 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
Lapel, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Lapel, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Lapel, IN

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

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

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