December weather forecast
Maplewood Park, IN

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Weather in December

As Maplewood Park plunges into the heart of winter in December, temperatures drastically drop. This month witnesses the second-highest snowfall of the year, accumulating up to 1.85" (47mm), bringing about the delight of a white Christmas for many. Many parts of Maplewood Park become a winter wonderland, as a blanket of snow covers the park. Festive lights and decorations around the park add a warm glow to the cold winter nights. By year's end, residents find themselves back in the chilly grip of winter, rounding off the weather cycle.

Temperature

Maplewood Park's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Maplewood Park, in December, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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 8:05 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Maplewood Park experiences an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Maplewood Park, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Maplewood Park?

In Maplewood Park, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maplewood Park?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Maplewood Park?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Maplewood Park?

In Maplewood Park, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Maplewood Park, IN

Average temperature in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average pressure in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average wind speed in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average humidity in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average rainfall in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average snowfall in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average UV index in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Maplewood Park, 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
Maplewood Park, IN

Average visibility in December - Maplewood Park, 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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