December weather forecast
Goldfield, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Goldfield, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19°F (-7.2°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Goldfield, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Goldfield, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Goldfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.4 days and collects up to 25.04" (636mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Goldfield, during December, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Goldfield, Iowa, there are 44 snowfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Goldfield is 4.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Goldfield?

In December, in Goldfield, the average high-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Goldfield?

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

How much does it rain in Goldfield in December?

In Goldfield, Iowa, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Goldfield in December?

In Goldfield, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Goldfield?

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

How many hours of daylight does Goldfield have in December?

The average day length in December in Goldfield is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Goldfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Goldfield, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Goldfield have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Goldfield, Iowa, is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Goldfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Goldfield is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Goldfield, IA

Average temperature in December - Goldfield, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Goldfield, IA

Average pressure in December - Goldfield, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Goldfield, IA

Average wind speed in December - Goldfield, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Goldfield, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Goldfield, IA

Average rainfall in December - Goldfield, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Goldfield, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Goldfield, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Goldfield, IA

Average snowfall in December - Goldfield, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Goldfield, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Goldfield, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Goldfield, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goldfield, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Goldfield, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Goldfield, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Goldfield, IA

Average UV index in December - Goldfield, 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 January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Goldfield, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Goldfield, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Goldfield, IA

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

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

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