December weather forecastClinton, IA
December
Weather in December
December embraces the full swing of winter in Clinton. Temperatures dip down significantly, with the mercury dropping to as low as 22.8°F (-5.1°C). The probability of snowfall increases, bestowing a quintessential winter charm over the city. During this time, the landscape adopts a stark yet graceful demeanor, concluding the meteorological cycle in a captivating winter tableau.Temperature
December's onset in Clinton brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). In the month of December, Clinton's average low-temperature falls to a subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In December, in Clinton, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Clinton are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December in Clinton, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Clinton, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Clinton, 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Clinton, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Clinton, IA
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Clinton, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").
Average rainfall days in December
Clinton, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Clinton, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Clinton, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Clinton, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Clinton, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Clinton, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Clinton, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Clinton, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
