December weather forecast
Orestes, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Orestes, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Orestes's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December, Orestes anticipates an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.4 rainfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Orestes, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Orestes, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Orestes, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Orestes have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Orestes?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orestes have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Orestes is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Orestes, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Orestes, IN

Average temperature in December - Orestes, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°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 (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Orestes, IN

Average pressure in December - Orestes, 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
Orestes, IN

Average wind speed in December - Orestes, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Orestes, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Orestes, IN

Average rainfall in December - Orestes, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Orestes, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Orestes, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orestes, IN

Average snowfall in December - Orestes, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Orestes, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Orestes, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orestes, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orestes, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Orestes, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Orestes, IN

Average UV index in December - Orestes, 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
Orestes, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Orestes, IN

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

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

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