December weather forecast
Saint Meinrad, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Meinrad, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). In December, Saint Meinrad experiences an average nighttime temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

In Saint Meinrad, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Saint Meinrad, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Saint Meinrad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.3 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Saint Meinrad. In Saint Meinrad, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20 snowfall days, and 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Saint Meinrad, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Saint Meinrad is December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Saint Meinrad in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saint Meinrad, records 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Meinrad?

The average relative humidity in December in Saint Meinrad, Indiana, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saint Meinrad?

In Saint Meinrad, Indiana, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Saint Meinrad in December?

In Saint Meinrad, Indiana, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint Meinrad?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saint Meinrad, Indiana.

What is the average length of the day in December in Saint Meinrad?

The average day length in December in Saint Meinrad, Indiana, is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Meinrad?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Saint Meinrad?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Meinrad have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Saint Meinrad, Indiana, is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Saint Meinrad?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Saint Meinrad?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average temperature in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average pressure in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average wind speed in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average humidity in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average rainfall in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average snowfall in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average UV index in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Saint Meinrad, IN

Average visibility in December - Saint Meinrad, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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