December weather forecast
Allendorf, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Allendorf, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.8°F (-9°C) and an average high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C). Allendorf anticipates an average minimum temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Allendorf is 85%.

Rainfall

In Allendorf, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Allendorf, there are 122.3 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Allendorf are January through May, October through December. In December, in Allendorf, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Allendorf, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.6 days and aggregates up to 19.69" (500mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Allendorf, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Allendorf, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Allendorf, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Allendorf?

The high-temperature in Allendorf, Iowa, during December is 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and the low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Allendorf?

In Allendorf, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Allendorf in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Allendorf in December?

In Allendorf, Iowa, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Allendorf?

The month with the shortest days in Allendorf, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Allendorf?

On the first day of December in Allendorf, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Allendorf have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Allendorf is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Allendorf?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Allendorf is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Allendorf, IA

Average temperature in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Allendorf, IA

Average pressure in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Allendorf, IA

Average wind speed in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Allendorf, IA

Average humidity in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Allendorf, IA

Average rainfall in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Allendorf, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Allendorf, IA

Average snowfall in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Allendorf, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Allendorf, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Allendorf, IA

Average UV index in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Allendorf, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Allendorf, IA

Average visibility in December - Allendorf, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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