December weather forecastDixon, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Dixon, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average high of 34°F (1.1°C).Temperature
The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in November to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). During December nights, Dixon witnesses a consistent average temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dixon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Dixon, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Dixon, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Dixon, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Dixon are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dixon, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 34°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 23.2°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 (15.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Dixon, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dixon, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Dixon, IA
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Dixon, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").
Average rainfall days in December
Dixon, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dixon, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dixon, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dixon, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dixon, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Dixon, IA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Dixon, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Dixon, 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).
