December weather forecast
Arnold, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Arnold, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Arnold averages of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Arnold, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Arnold, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.6 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Arnold are January through May, October through December. In Arnold, in December, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Arnold, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Arnold is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Arnold are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Arnold in December?

The high-temperature during December is 30°F (-1.1°C) and the low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Arnold?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Arnold in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Arnold?

In Arnold, in December, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arnold?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Arnold?

On the first day of December in Arnold, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arnold have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Arnold?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Arnold?

In Arnold, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Arnold, IA

Average temperature in December - Arnold, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Arnold, IA

Average pressure in December - Arnold, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Arnold, IA

Average wind speed in December - Arnold, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Arnold, IA

Average humidity in December - Arnold, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arnold, IA

Average rainfall in December - Arnold, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Arnold, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Arnold, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arnold, IA

Average snowfall in December - Arnold, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Arnold, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Arnold, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 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
Arnold, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arnold, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arnold, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arnold, IA

Average UV index in December - Arnold, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Arnold, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Arnold, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Arnold, IA

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

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

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