December weather forecastAlden, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Alden, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and min 19.9°F (-6.7°C).Temperature
During Alden's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). During the nights in December, Alden observes an average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
In Alden, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alden, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Alden, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 16.65" (423mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Alden, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. 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. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Alden, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Alden, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Alden, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Alden, IA
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Alden, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in December
Alden, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Alden, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Alden, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alden, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Alden, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Alden, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Alden, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Alden, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
