December weather forecast
Cumberland, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cumberland, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C). Cumberland observes an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cumberland is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cumberland, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cumberland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.7 days and collects up to 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cumberland. In Cumberland, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cumberland is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Cumberland, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cumberland are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. 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 December in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, in December, the average high-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cumberland?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cumberland in December?

In Cumberland, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cumberland?

The month with the shortest days in Cumberland, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cumberland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cumberland, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cumberland?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cumberland.

What is the UV index reading in December in Cumberland?

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

Average temperature in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cumberland, IA

Average pressure in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cumberland, IA

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Cumberland, IA

Average humidity in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cumberland, IA

Average rainfall in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cumberland, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cumberland, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cumberland, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Cumberland, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cumberland, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cumberland, IA

Average UV index in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cumberland, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Cumberland, IA

Average visibility in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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