December weather forecast
Laurel, IN

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Laurel, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -2°C and an average high of 3.8°C.

Temperature

As December arrives, Laurel's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's chilly 9.5°C to a cold 3.8°C. Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of -2°C during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Laurel, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm of precipitation. In Laurel, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 627mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Laurel. In Laurel, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 48mm of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.6 snowfall days, and 226mm of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, in Laurel, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Laurel is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Laurel during December?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 3.8°C and -2°C respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 31°C.
What is the most humid month in Laurel?
January, February, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in December in Laurel?
In December, the average relative humidity in Laurel, Indiana, is 82%.
How many days does it rain in December in Laurel?
In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 46mm of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Laurel?
In Laurel, Indiana, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Laurel?
With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Laurel, Indiana.
How many hours of daylight does Laurel have in December?
The average day length in December in Laurel, Indiana, is 9h and 26min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Laurel?
On the first day of December in Laurel, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Laurel?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Laurel, Indiana, is 4.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Laurel?
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Laurel.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Laurel?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Laurel, IN
Average temperature in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Laurel, IN
Average pressure in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 1020mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Laurel, IN
Average wind speed in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2km/h).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, July and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Laurel, IN
Average rainfall in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (41mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel, IN
Average rainfall days in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December - Laurel, IN
Average snowfall in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 48mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (55mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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 - Laurel, IN
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel, IN
Average sunshine days in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Laurel, IN
Average UV index in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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 - Laurel, IN
Average cloud cover in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December - Laurel, IN
Average visibility in December
Laurel, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (8km).

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