December weather forecast
Maples, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Maples, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

Maples's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Maples's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Maples is 83%.

Rainfall

In Maples, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maples, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Maples, during December, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Maples, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Maples, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Maples, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Maples, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Maples, during December, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

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 Maples have in December?

In December, the average day length in Maples is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maples have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Maples, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maples, IN

Average temperature in December - Maples, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Maples, IN

Average pressure in December - Maples, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Maples, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Maples, IN

Average humidity in December - Maples, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Maples, IN

Average rainfall in December - Maples, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Maples, IN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maples, IN

Average snowfall in December - Maples, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maples, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Maples, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maples, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maples, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Maples, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Maples, IN

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Maples, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Maples, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Maples, IN

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

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

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