December weather forecast
Centralia, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Centralia, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Centralia, Iowa, is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Centralia. In Centralia, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow. In Centralia, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 17.09" (434mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Centralia, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

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 Centralia. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Centralia in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Centralia, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Centralia?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Centralia?

In Centralia, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Centralia in December?

In Centralia, Iowa, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Centralia?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Centralia?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Centralia?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Centralia?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Centralia?

In Centralia, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Centralia, IA

Average temperature in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average pressure in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average wind speed in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average humidity in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average rainfall in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average snowfall in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average UV index in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Centralia, 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
Centralia, IA

Average visibility in December - Centralia, 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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