December weather forecastCollins, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Collins, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).Temperature
As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). Collins sees an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) during December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Collins, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Collins, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Collins, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Collins are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Collins, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Collins, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Collins, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Collins, IA
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Collins, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Collins, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Collins, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Collins, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Collins, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Collins, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Collins, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Collins, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Collins, 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).
