December weather forecastBrighton, IA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Brighton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).Temperature
The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is experienced.Humidity
In Brighton, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.8 snowfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Brighton, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Brighton, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.1°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 (16.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Brighton, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Brighton, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Brighton, IA
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Brighton, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").
Average rainfall days in December
Brighton, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Brighton, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Brighton, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Brighton, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Brighton, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Brighton, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Brighton, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Brighton, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
