December weather forecast
Charles City, IA

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Weather in December

December in Charles City, Iowa, displays a robust winter scene, as the milder weather of November stands replaced by colder temperatures. Residents embrace the harshest month of winter, adorned in their warmest attire. The snowfall inches its way up to 4.84" (123mm), creating a winter wonderland across the city. As daylight hours reach their lowest, the city sees fewer hours of sun, lending a festive charm in the run-up to Christmas and New Year. Indeed, December's frigid weather sets the tone for the end of the year and the beginning of a fresh one.

Temperature

With the beginning of December, Charles City's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C). Charles City's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Charles City is 85%.

Rainfall

In Charles City, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Charles City, there are 136.1 rainfall days, and 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Charles City are January through May, October through December. In Charles City, in December, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.84" (123mm) of snow. In Charles City, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.5 days and aggregates up to 25.04" (636mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Charles City, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Charles City is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Charles City are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Charles City?

In December, in Charles City, the average high-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Charles City?

In December, the average relative humidity in Charles City, Iowa, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Charles City in December?

In Charles City, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Charles City?

In December, in Charles City, Iowa, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 4.84" (123mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Charles City?

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

How many hours of daylight does Charles City have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Charles City?

On the first day of December in Charles City, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Charles City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Charles City is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Charles City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Charles City are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Charles City?

In Charles City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Charles City, IA

Average temperature in December - Charles City, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°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 (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°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 (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Charles City, IA

Average pressure in December - Charles 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Charles City, IA

Average wind speed in December - Charles City, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Charles City, IA

Average humidity in December - Charles City, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Charles City, IA

Average rainfall in December - Charles City, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Charles City, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Charles City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Charles City, IA

Average snowfall in December - Charles City, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Charles City, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Charles City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Charles City, IA

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

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 1min

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
Charles City, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Charles City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Charles City, IA

Average UV index in December - Charles City, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Charles City, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Charles City, 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
Charles City, IA

Average visibility in December - Charles City, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and December (5mi).

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