December weather forecast
Cushing, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cushing, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). In the month of December, the temperature in Cushing generally rests at an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

In Cushing, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cushing, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cushing, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cushing are January through May, October through December. In Cushing, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cushing, Iowa, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cushing.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Cushing, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cushing is 4.6h.

UV index

In Cushing, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cushing?

In Cushing, 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.6°F (-6.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cushing?

In Cushing, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cushing?

In Cushing, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cushing?

In Cushing, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cushing?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cushing have in December?

The average day length in December in Cushing, Iowa, is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cushing?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cushing, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cushing?

In Cushing, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Cushing?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cushing is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cushing, IA

Average temperature in December - Cushing, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°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 (13.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cushing, IA

Average pressure in December - Cushing, 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
Cushing, IA

Average wind speed in December - Cushing, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cushing, IA

Average humidity in December - Cushing, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cushing, IA

Average rainfall in December - Cushing, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cushing, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cushing, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cushing, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cushing, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cushing, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cushing, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Cushing, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cushing, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cushing, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cushing, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cushing, IA

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Cushing, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Cushing, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Cushing, IA

Average visibility in December - Cushing, 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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