December weather forecast
Eldon, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Eldon, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°F (2.2°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). Eldon's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Eldon, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Eldon, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Eldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.8 days and aggregates up to 16.18" (411mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Eldon, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Eldon, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Eldon is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Eldon in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Eldon, records 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Eldon?

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

How much does it rain in Eldon in December?

In Eldon, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Eldon?

In Eldon, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Eldon?

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

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

In Eldon, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Eldon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Eldon, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eldon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Eldon, Iowa, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Eldon?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Eldon.

How high is the UV index in December in Eldon?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Eldon, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Eldon, IA

Average temperature in December - Eldon, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Eldon, IA

Average pressure in December - Eldon, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Eldon, IA

Average wind speed in December - Eldon, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

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
Eldon, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Eldon, IA

Average rainfall in December - Eldon, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
Eldon, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Eldon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Eldon, IA

Average snowfall in December - Eldon, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Eldon, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Eldon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eldon, 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 4min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Eldon, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Eldon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Eldon, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Eldon, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Eldon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Eldon, IA

Average visibility in December - Eldon, 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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