December weather forecast
Orange, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Orange, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 39°F (3.9°C) and min 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). During the month of December, Orange's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. In Orange, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Orange are January, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Orange, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Orange, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Orange, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Orange have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Orange is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Orange, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orange, IN

Average temperature in December - Orange, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°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 (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Orange, IN

Average pressure in December - Orange, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Orange, IN

Average wind speed in December - Orange, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Orange, IN

Average humidity in December - Orange, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, July and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Orange, IN

Average rainfall in December - Orange, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Orange, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Orange, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orange, IN

Average snowfall in December - Orange, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Orange, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Orange, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orange, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Orange, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Orange, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Orange, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Orange, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Orange, IN

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

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

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