December weather forecast
Dike, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dike, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Throughout December nights, Dike registers an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

In Dike, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dike, Iowa, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dike, Iowa, there are 144.6 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dike are January through May, October through December. In Dike, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow. In Dike, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Dike, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

In Dike, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dike in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dike, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dike?

In Dike, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Dike in December?

In Dike, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dike in December?

In Dike, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dike?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dike, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dike have in December?

In December, the average day length in Dike, Iowa, is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dike?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dike?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dike?

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

Average temperature in December - Dike, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dike, IA

Average pressure in December - Dike, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dike, IA

Average wind speed in December - Dike, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dike, IA

Average humidity in December - Dike, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dike, IA

Average rainfall in December - Dike, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dike, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Dike, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dike, IA

Average snowfall in December - Dike, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dike, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Dike, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Dike, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dike, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Dike, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dike, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dike, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Dike, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

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

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Average visibility in December
Dike, IA

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

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

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