December weather forecast
Dallas Center, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Dallas Center, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Dallas Center generally drops to a low average of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

In Dallas Center, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dallas Center, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Dallas Center, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.7 days and collects up to 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dallas Center. In Dallas Center, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32 snowfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dallas Center, Iowa.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dallas Center is 4.8h.

UV index

In Dallas Center, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dallas Center?

In Dallas Center, 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dallas Center?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dallas Center is 78%.

How much does it rain in Dallas Center in December?

In Dallas Center, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Dallas Center?

In Dallas Center, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dallas Center?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dallas Center, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dallas Center have in December?

The average day length in December in Dallas Center is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dallas Center?

On the first day of December in Dallas Center, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dallas Center have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dallas Center is 4.8h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dallas Center?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dallas Center, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°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 (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average pressure in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dallas Center, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average humidity in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average rainfall in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average snowfall in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Dallas Center, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dallas Center, 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 5min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average UV index in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average visibility in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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