December weather forecast
Cou Falls, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Cou Falls, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Cou Falls's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). Nighttime temperatures in Cou Falls hover around an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Cou Falls, Iowa, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cou Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.7 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cou Falls, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cou Falls, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cou Falls.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cou Falls are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cou Falls in December?

The high-temperature in Cou Falls, Iowa, during December is 33.1°F (0.6°C) and the low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cou Falls?

In Cou Falls, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cou Falls?

In Cou Falls, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cou Falls?

In December, in Cou Falls, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cou Falls?

The month with the shortest days in Cou Falls is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cou Falls have in December?

The average day length in December in Cou Falls is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cou Falls?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cou Falls, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cou Falls?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cou Falls?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cou Falls?

In Cou Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average temperature in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°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 (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average pressure in December - Cou Falls, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average wind speed in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average humidity in December - Cou Falls, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average rainfall in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Cou Falls, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cou Falls, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average UV index in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Cou Falls, IA

Average visibility in December - Cou Falls, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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