December weather forecast
Atlantic, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Atlantic, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21°F (-6.1°C) and max 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

Atlantic's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C). Throughout December, Atlantic anticipates an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Atlantic, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Atlantic, there are 118.7 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Atlantic, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Atlantic is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Atlantic. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Atlantic?

In Atlantic, in December, the average high-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Atlantic?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Atlantic in December?

In Atlantic, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Atlantic in December?

In Atlantic, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atlantic?

December has the shortest days of the year in Atlantic, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Atlantic, Iowa, is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Atlantic?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atlantic have in December?

In Atlantic, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Atlantic are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Atlantic?

In Atlantic, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Atlantic, IA

Average temperature in December - Atlantic, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Atlantic, IA

Average pressure in December - Atlantic, 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
Atlantic, IA

Average wind speed in December - Atlantic, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Atlantic, IA

Average humidity in December - Atlantic, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Atlantic, IA

Average rainfall in December - Atlantic, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Atlantic, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Atlantic, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Atlantic, IA

Average snowfall in December - Atlantic, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Atlantic, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Atlantic, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Atlantic, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Atlantic, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Atlantic, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Atlantic, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Atlantic, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Atlantic, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Atlantic, IA

Average visibility in December - Atlantic, 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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