Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Throughout the month of December, Dakota City expects an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Dakota City is 83%.Rainfall
In Dakota City, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Dakota City, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.6 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dakota City, in December, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dakota City, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dakota City, Iowa. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Dakota City in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Dakota City?
How many days does it rain in December in Dakota City?
How much does it snow in Dakota City in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Dakota City?
What is the average length of the day in December in Dakota City?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dakota City?
How many hours of sunshine does Dakota City have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dakota City?
What is the UV index reading in December in Dakota City?
Average temperature in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 30°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 (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Dakota City, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Dakota City, 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 July and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Dakota City, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
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