December weather forecast
Metz, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Metz, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°F (1.5°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Metz reaches an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Metz, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Metz, there are 59.2 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Metz, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Metz have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Metz?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Metz, IN

Average temperature in December - Metz, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Metz, IN

Average pressure in December - Metz, 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
Metz, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Metz, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Metz, IN

Average rainfall in December - Metz, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Metz, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Metz, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Metz, IN

Average snowfall in December - Metz, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Metz, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Metz, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Metz, 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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Metz, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Metz, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Metz, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Metz, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Metz, IN

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

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

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