December weather forecastHarvey, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Harvey, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). In December, Harvey records an average nighttime temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In Harvey, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Harvey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 12.28" (312mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Harvey. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.7 snowfall days, and 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.UV index
In Harvey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Harvey, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Harvey, 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 (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Harvey, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Harvey, IA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Harvey, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Harvey, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Harvey, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Harvey, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harvey, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Harvey, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Harvey, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Harvey, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Harvey, 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).
