December weather forecast
Dickens, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Dickens, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Dickens is 84%.

Rainfall

In Dickens, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.3 rainfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dickens. In Dickens, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dickens, there are 45.5 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) 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 in Dickens, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dickens is 4.4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dickens?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 16.9°F (-8.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Dickens?

The average relative humidity in December in Dickens, Iowa, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dickens?

In Dickens, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dickens in December?

In Dickens, during December, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dickens?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dickens have in December?

In Dickens, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dickens?

On the first day of December in Dickens, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dickens?

In Dickens, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dickens?

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

Average temperature in December - Dickens, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dickens, IA

Average pressure in December - Dickens, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dickens, IA

Average wind speed in December - Dickens, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dickens, IA

Average humidity in December - Dickens, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dickens, IA

Average rainfall in December - Dickens, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dickens, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Dickens, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dickens, IA

Average snowfall in December - Dickens, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dickens, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Dickens, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Dickens, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dickens, 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 2min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dickens, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Dickens, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dickens, IA

Average UV index in December - Dickens, 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
Dickens, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Dickens, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Dickens, IA

Average visibility in December - Dickens, 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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