December weather forecastLehigh, IA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Lehigh, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).Temperature
December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Lehigh records an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) throughout the nights in December.Humidity
In Lehigh, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In December, in Lehigh, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lehigh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.2 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Lehigh, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In Lehigh, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Lehigh, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.8 days and aggregates up to 16.61" (422mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lehigh.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Lehigh is 4.5h.UV index
In Lehigh, Iowa, 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 ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lehigh, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Lehigh, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Lehigh, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Lehigh, IA
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Lehigh, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in December
Lehigh, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lehigh, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lehigh, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lehigh, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 30min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lehigh, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Lehigh, 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
Lehigh, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Lehigh, 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).
