December weather forecast
Cathedral Square, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Cathedral Square, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Cathedral Square sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Throughout the month of December, Cathedral Square observes an average nighttime temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In Cathedral Square, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Cathedral Square, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cathedral Square, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cathedral Square, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 17.09" (434mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cathedral Square, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Cathedral Square, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Cathedral Square. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cathedral Square in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Cathedral Square?

The average relative humidity in December in Cathedral Square is 82%.

How much does it rain in Cathedral Square in December?

In Cathedral Square, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cathedral Square in December?

In Cathedral Square, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cathedral Square?

The month with the shortest days in Cathedral Square, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Cathedral Square?

In Cathedral Square, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cathedral Square?

On the first day of December in Cathedral Square, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cathedral Square?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cathedral Square, Iowa, is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cathedral Square?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Cathedral Square?

In Cathedral Square, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average temperature in December - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°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 (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average pressure in December - Cathedral Square, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average wind speed in December - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average humidity in December - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average rainfall in December - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cathedral Square, IA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average UV index in December - Cathedral Square, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Cathedral Square, IA

Average visibility in December - Cathedral Square, 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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