December weather forecastAurora, IA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Aurora, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Aurora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.8 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51 snowfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Aurora, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Aurora, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Aurora, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Aurora, 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 August (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Aurora, IA
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Aurora, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in December
Aurora, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Aurora, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Aurora, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Aurora, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Aurora, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Aurora, IA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Aurora, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Aurora, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).
