December weather forecast
Ericson, IA

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ericson, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ericson, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ericson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 13.46" (342mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ericson. In December, in Ericson, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ericson, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ericson, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ericson, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ericson?

In December, in Ericson, the average high-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ericson?

In Ericson, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Ericson in December?

In Ericson, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ericson?

In Ericson, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ericson?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Ericson have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ericson is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ericson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ericson have in December?

In Ericson, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ericson?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Ericson?

In Ericson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ericson, IA

Average temperature in December - Ericson, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Ericson, IA

Average pressure in December - Ericson, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Ericson, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Ericson, IA

Average humidity in December - Ericson, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Ericson, IA

Average rainfall in December - Ericson, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Ericson, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Ericson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Ericson, IA

Average snowfall in December - Ericson, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Ericson, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Ericson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ericson, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Ericson, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Ericson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Ericson, IA

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

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

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Ericson, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Ericson, IA

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

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

[Resources]

Ericson, Iowa, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location