December weather forecast
Fonda, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fonda, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Fonda's transition into December is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Throughout the month of December, Fonda witnesses an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fonda, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fonda. In Fonda, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Fonda, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fonda, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In Fonda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fonda?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fonda, is 30.2°F (-1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.1°F (-6.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fonda?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Fonda?

In December, in Fonda, Iowa, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fonda in December?

In Fonda, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fonda?

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

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

In Fonda, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fonda?

On the first day of December in Fonda, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fonda?

In Fonda, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Fonda?

In Fonda, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fonda, IA

Average temperature in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fonda, IA

Average pressure in December - Fonda, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Fonda, IA

Average wind speed in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fonda, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fonda, IA

Average rainfall in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fonda, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fonda, IA

Average snowfall in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fonda, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Fonda, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fonda, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fonda, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Fonda, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Fonda, IA

Average visibility in December - Fonda, 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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