December weather forecast
Lincoln, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lincoln, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and min 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's frosty 44.6°F (7°C) to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Lincoln, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity 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, in Lincoln, there are 144.6 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lincoln. In Lincoln, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lincoln, there are 47.7 snowfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lincoln?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lincoln, Iowa, are 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Lincoln?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lincoln, Iowa, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lincoln?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lincoln, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lincoln?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lincoln, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in December?

In Lincoln, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lincoln, IA

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).

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Average pressure in December
Lincoln, IA

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Lincoln, IA

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).

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Average humidity in December
Lincoln, IA

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lincoln, IA

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lincoln, IA

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Lincoln, IA

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lincoln, IA

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lincoln, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lincoln, 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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lincoln, IA

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).

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Average UV index in December
Lincoln, IA

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lincoln, IA

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).

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Average visibility in December
Lincoln, IA

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).

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