December weather forecastLincoln, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lincoln, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).Temperature
The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). An average temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) is recorded during the nights in December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Lincoln, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.6 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lincoln, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.UV index
In Lincoln, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lincoln, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Lincoln, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Lincoln, 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).
Average humidity in December
Lincoln, 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 (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Lincoln, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Lincoln, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lincoln, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lincoln, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lincoln, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lincoln, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Lincoln, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Lincoln, 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 30).
Average visibility in December
Lincoln, 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).
