December weather forecast
Leopold, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Leopold, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

During Leopold's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). Leopold's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Leopold, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Leopold are January through April, October through December. In December, in Leopold, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. In Leopold, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.2 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Leopold, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature in Leopold, Indiana, during December is 44.6°F (7°C) and the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Leopold, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Leopold, Indiana, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Leopold have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Leopold have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index 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
Leopold, IN

Average temperature in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Leopold, IN

Average pressure in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leopold, IN

Average wind speed in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Leopold, IN

Average humidity in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Leopold, IN

Average rainfall in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Leopold, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leopold, IN

Average snowfall in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leopold, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 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
Leopold, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leopold, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Leopold, IN

Average UV index in December - Leopold, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Leopold, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Leopold, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Leopold, IN

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

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

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