December weather forecast
Archer, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Archer, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from November's frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Throughout December, Archer's nights cool down to an average of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Archer, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Archer, Iowa, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Archer. In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. In Archer, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.8 days and aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) 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 in Archer, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Archer is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Archer in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Archer, is 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Archer?

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

How much does it rain in Archer in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Archer in December?

In Archer, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Archer?

The month with the shortest days in Archer, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Archer have in December?

In December, the average day length in Archer is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Archer?

On the first day of December in Archer, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Archer?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Archer, Iowa, is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Archer?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Archer, IA

Average temperature in December - Archer, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°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 (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Archer, IA

Average pressure in December - Archer, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Archer, IA

Average wind speed in December - Archer, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Archer, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Archer, IA

Average rainfall in December - Archer, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Archer, IA

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Archer, IA

Average snowfall in December - Archer, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Archer, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Archer, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Archer, IA

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

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 3min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Archer, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Archer, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Archer, IA

Average UV index in December - Archer, 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
Archer, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Archer, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Archer, IA

Average visibility in December - Archer, 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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