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Indianapolis weather in December (Indiana, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to Indianapolis in December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In December, Indianapolis typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 5°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -3°C.

Precipitation

Indianapolis in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 105 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Indianapolis. August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Indianapolis climate page with graphs.

 

Indianapolis, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 113 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 105 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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