December weather forecastForest City, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Forest City, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C).Temperature
A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, falling from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In Forest City, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Forest City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.2 days and collects up to 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Forest City, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Forest City, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 22.05" (560mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Forest City, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Forest City is 4h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Forest City, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 27.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.4°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 (9.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Forest City, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Forest City, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Forest City, IA
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Forest City, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in December
Forest City, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Forest City, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Forest City, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 12 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Forest City, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
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 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Forest City, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Forest City, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Forest City, 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).
Average visibility in December
Forest City, 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).
