December weather forecastCentral City, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Central City, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 21.7°F (-5.7°C).Temperature
The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). Throughout the December nights, Central City encounters a low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).Humidity
In Central City, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Central City, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Central City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Central City, Iowa. In December, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Central City, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Central City.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Average temperature in December
Central City, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Central City, 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 (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Central City, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Central City, IA
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Central City, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").
Average rainfall days in December
Central City, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Central City, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Central City, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Central City, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Central City, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Central City, IA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Central City, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Central City, 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).
