December weather forecast
Jamaica, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Jamaica, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). An average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Jamaica, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Jamaica, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jamaica, there are 131.7 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Jamaica. In Jamaica, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Jamaica, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Jamaica is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Jamaica?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Jamaica during December are 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Jamaica?

In Jamaica, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Jamaica in December?

In December, in Jamaica, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Jamaica?

In December, in Jamaica, Iowa, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jamaica?

December has the shortest days of the year in Jamaica, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Jamaica?

On the first day of December in Jamaica, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jamaica have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Jamaica is 4.8h.

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

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Jamaica, Iowa.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Jamaica?

In Jamaica, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Jamaica, IA

Average temperature in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jamaica, IA

Average pressure in December - Jamaica, 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
Jamaica, IA

Average wind speed in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jamaica, IA

Average humidity in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jamaica, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jamaica, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jamaica, IA

Average snowfall in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jamaica, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Jamaica, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jamaica, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jamaica, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Jamaica, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Jamaica, IA

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

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

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