December weather forecast
Paoli, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Paoli, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout the month of December, Paoli witnesses an average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Paoli, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Paoli, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.1 days and collects up to 20.28" (515mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Paoli, Indiana, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Paoli, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.6 days and aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Paoli, is 42.8°F (6°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Paoli, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Paoli, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Paoli, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Paoli have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Paoli, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paoli, IN

Average temperature in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Paoli, IN

Average pressure in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Paoli, IN

Average wind speed in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Paoli, IN

Average humidity in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Paoli, IN

Average rainfall in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Paoli, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paoli, IN

Average snowfall in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paoli, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paoli, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Paoli, IN

Average UV index in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Paoli, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Paoli, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Paoli, IN

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

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

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