December weather forecast
Douds, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Douds, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

Douds, Iowa, experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). Douds throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In Douds, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Douds. In Douds, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Douds, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 14.33" (364mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Douds, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Douds is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Douds?

In Douds, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Douds?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month in Douds?

January and December are months with the least rain in Douds, Iowa, when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Douds in December?

In Douds, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Douds?

In Douds, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Douds?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Douds?

In Douds, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Douds?

On the first day of December in Douds, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Douds have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Douds, Iowa, is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Douds?

In Douds, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Douds, IA

Average temperature in December - Douds, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Douds, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Douds, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Douds, IA

Average humidity in December - Douds, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Douds, IA

Average rainfall in December - Douds, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Douds, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Douds, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Douds, IA

Average snowfall in December - Douds, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Douds, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Douds, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Douds, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Douds, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Douds, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Douds, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Douds, IA

Average UV index in December - Douds, 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
Douds, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Douds, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Douds, IA

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

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

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