December weather forecast
Lochiel, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lochiel, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°F (2.6°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). The temperature dips to an average of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Lochiel, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lochiel, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lochiel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Lochiel, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lochiel, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.4 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lochiel.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lochiel, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lochiel?

In Lochiel, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lochiel, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lochiel have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lochiel, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lochiel, IN

Average temperature in December - Lochiel, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Lochiel, IN

Average pressure in December - Lochiel, 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
Lochiel, IN

Average wind speed in December - Lochiel, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

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 (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Lochiel, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Lochiel, IN

Average rainfall in December - Lochiel, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Lochiel, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Lochiel, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lochiel, IN

Average snowfall in December - Lochiel, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lochiel, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Lochiel, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lochiel, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lochiel, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Lochiel, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Lochiel, IN

Average UV index in December - Lochiel, 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
Lochiel, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Lochiel, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Lochiel, IN

Average visibility in December - Lochiel, 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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