December weather forecast
Ligonier, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ligonier, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ligonier, in December, during 12.4 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.9 snowfall days, and 15.79" (401mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ligonier, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ligonier?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ligonier, records 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ligonier?

In Ligonier, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ligonier, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ligonier have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ligonier have in December?

In Ligonier, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ligonier.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ligonier, IN

Average temperature in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Ligonier, IN

Average pressure in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ligonier, IN

Average wind speed in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ligonier, IN

Average humidity in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ligonier, IN

Average rainfall in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Ligonier, IN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ligonier, IN

Average snowfall in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ligonier, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ligonier, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ligonier, IN

Average UV index in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ligonier, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Ligonier, IN

Average visibility in December - Ligonier, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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