December weather forecastLaurel, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Laurel, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°F (0.5°C) and min 21.9°F (-5.6°C).Temperature
The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). Laurel's temperature drops to an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Laurel, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.2 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Laurel, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Laurel, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates 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. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Laurel, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Laurel, 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 (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Laurel, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Laurel, IA
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Laurel, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
Laurel, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Laurel, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Laurel, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Laurel, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 36min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Laurel, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Laurel, 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
Laurel, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Laurel, 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).
