December weather forecast
Floyd, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Floyd, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a significant decrease, with the average high-temperature retreating from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C). In Floyd, an average temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In Floyd, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Floyd, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Floyd, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.1 days and collects up to 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 4.84" (123mm) of snow is accumulated. In Floyd, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.5 days and aggregates up to 25.04" (636mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Floyd is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Floyd in December?

During December, Floyd experiences an average high-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Floyd?

The average relative humidity in December in Floyd, Iowa, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Floyd?

In December, in Floyd, Iowa, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Floyd?

In Floyd, in December, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Floyd?

The month with the shortest days in Floyd, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Floyd have in December?

In Floyd, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Floyd?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Floyd, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Floyd?

The average sunshine duration in December in Floyd, Iowa, is 4.1h.

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

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Floyd, Iowa.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Floyd?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Floyd, IA

Average temperature in December - Floyd, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Floyd, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Floyd, IA

Average wind speed in December - Floyd, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Floyd, IA

Average humidity in December - Floyd, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Floyd, IA

Average rainfall in December - Floyd, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Floyd, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Floyd, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Floyd, IA

Average snowfall in December - Floyd, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Floyd, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Floyd, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Floyd, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Floyd, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Floyd, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Floyd, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Floyd, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Floyd, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Floyd, 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 32).

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Average visibility in December
Floyd, IA

Average visibility in December - Floyd, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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