December weather forecast
Aredale, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Aredale, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

Aredale's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Aredale usually reports an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Aredale, Iowa. In December, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. In Aredale, during the entire year, snow falls for 56 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Aredale, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Aredale, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Aredale in December?

In Aredale, 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 19°F (-7.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Aredale?

In Aredale, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Aredale?

In Aredale, Iowa, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Aredale?

In Aredale, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Aredale?

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

How many hours of daylight does Aredale have in December?

In December, the average day length in Aredale, Iowa, is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Aredale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Aredale?

In Aredale, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Aredale?

In Aredale, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Aredale, IA

Average temperature in December - Aredale, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°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 (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Aredale, IA

Average pressure in December - Aredale, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Aredale, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Aredale, IA

Average humidity in December - Aredale, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Aredale, IA

Average rainfall in December - Aredale, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Aredale, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Aredale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Aredale, IA

Average snowfall in December - Aredale, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Aredale, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Aredale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Aredale, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Aredale, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Aredale, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Aredale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Aredale, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Aredale, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Aredale, IA

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

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

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