December weather forecast
Modale, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Modale, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C). An average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Modale, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Modale, Iowa, there are 108.1 rainfall days, and 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Modale, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Modale, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Modale, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Modale, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Modale. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Modale?

The high-temperature, in December, in Modale, is 33.3°F (0.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 21.4°F (-5.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Modale?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Modale in December?

In Modale, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Modale?

In December, in Modale, Iowa, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Modale?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Modale?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Modale?

On the first day of December in Modale, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Modale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Modale is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Modale?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Modale.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Modale?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Modale is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Modale, IA

Average temperature in December - Modale, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Modale, IA

Average pressure in December - Modale, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Modale, IA

Average wind speed in December - Modale, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Modale, IA

Average humidity in December - Modale, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Modale, IA

Average rainfall in December - Modale, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Modale, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Modale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Modale, IA

Average snowfall in December - Modale, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Modale, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Modale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Modale, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Modale, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Modale, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Modale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Modale, IA

Average UV index in December - Modale, IA
  • 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Modale, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Modale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Modale, IA

Average visibility in December - Modale, IA
  • 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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