December weather forecast
Jewell, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Jewell, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Jewell's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Throughout December, Jewell registers a consistent average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Jewell, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jewell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jewell are January through May, October through December. In Jewell, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.8 snowfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Jewell, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Jewell, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Jewell, Iowa, is 4.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Jewell in December?

In December, in Jewell, the average high-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°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 estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Jewell?

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

How much does it rain in Jewell in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Jewell?

In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jewell?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Jewell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Jewell?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Jewell is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Jewell?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Jewell?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Jewell 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
Jewell, IA

Average temperature in December - Jewell, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jewell, IA

Average pressure in December - Jewell, 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
Jewell, IA

Average wind speed in December - Jewell, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jewell, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jewell, IA

Average rainfall in December - Jewell, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jewell, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Jewell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jewell, IA

Average snowfall in December - Jewell, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jewell, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Jewell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Jewell, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jewell, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jewell, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Jewell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jewell, IA

Average UV index in December - Jewell, 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
Jewell, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Jewell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Jewell, IA

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

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

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