December weather forecast
Anamosa, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Anamosa, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Anamosa, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Anamosa, Iowa, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Anamosa. In Anamosa, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Anamosa, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 15.16" (385mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Anamosa, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Anamosa in December?

In December, in Anamosa, the average high-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Anamosa?

In Anamosa, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Anamosa in December?

In Anamosa, Iowa, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Anamosa in December?

In December, in Anamosa, Iowa, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Anamosa?

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

How many hours of daylight does Anamosa have in December?

The average day length in December in Anamosa is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Anamosa?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Anamosa have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Anamosa is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Anamosa?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Anamosa?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Anamosa is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Anamosa, IA

Average temperature in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Anamosa, IA

Average pressure in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Anamosa, IA

Average wind speed in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Anamosa, IA

Average humidity in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Anamosa, IA

Average rainfall in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in December
Anamosa, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Anamosa, IA

Average snowfall in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Anamosa, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Anamosa, IA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Anamosa, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Anamosa, IA

Average UV index in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Anamosa, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Anamosa, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Anamosa, IA

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

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

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