Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) is witnessed throughout December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Laurel, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Laurel, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Laurel, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Laurel, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Laurel, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December in Laurel, 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 Laurel, the average sunshine in December 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in December in Laurel?
How many days does it rain in December in Laurel?
How much does it snow in Laurel in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Laurel?
How many hours of daylight does Laurel have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Laurel?
How long on average sun shines in December in Laurel?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Laurel?
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 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 4min
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).
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