December weather forecast
Anthon, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Anthon, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and min 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

Anthon's weather experiences a significant temperature drop with the arrival of December, falling from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Throughout the month of December, Anthon witnesses an average low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Anthon is 81%.

Rainfall

In Anthon, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Anthon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.4 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Anthon, during December, snow falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Anthon, during the entire year, snow falls for 32 days and aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Anthon, Iowa, is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Anthon is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Anthon in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Anthon, records 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Anthon?

In Anthon, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Anthon?

In Anthon, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Anthon?

In December, in Anthon, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Anthon?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Anthon have in December?

In Anthon, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Anthon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Anthon, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Anthon?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Anthon?

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

Average temperature in December - Anthon, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Anthon, IA

Average pressure in December - Anthon, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Anthon, IA

Average wind speed in December - Anthon, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Anthon, IA

Average humidity in December - Anthon, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Anthon, IA

Average rainfall in December - Anthon, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Anthon, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Anthon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Anthon, IA

Average snowfall in December - Anthon, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Anthon, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Anthon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Anthon, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Anthon, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Anthon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Anthon, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Anthon, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Anthon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Anthon, IA

Average visibility in December - Anthon, 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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