December weather forecast
Elkport, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkport, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature in Elkport averages to 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In Elkport, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Elkport, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.5 rainfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Elkport, Iowa, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elkport, Iowa, there are 48.6 snowfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elkport.
On the first day of December in Elkport, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Elkport, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elkport in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elkport, is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elkport?

The average relative humidity in December in Elkport is 83%.

How much does it rain in Elkport in December?

In Elkport, Iowa, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Elkport?

In Elkport, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elkport?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elkport have in December?

The average day length in December in Elkport, Iowa, is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elkport?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elkport, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elkport?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elkport?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Elkport?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. 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
Elkport, IA

Average temperature in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elkport, IA

Average pressure in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Elkport, IA

Average wind speed in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elkport, IA

Average humidity in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elkport, IA

Average rainfall in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elkport, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elkport, IA

Average snowfall in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elkport, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Elkport, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkport, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elkport, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elkport, IA

Average UV index in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elkport, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Elkport, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Elkport, IA

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

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

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