December weather forecast
Little Cedar, IA

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Little Cedar, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Little Cedar's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

In Little Cedar, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Little Cedar, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Little Cedar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Little Cedar, in December, during 11.9 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Little Cedar, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Little Cedar?

In December, in Little Cedar, the average high-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Little Cedar?

In Little Cedar, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Little Cedar in December?

In Little Cedar, Iowa, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Little Cedar?

In Little Cedar, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Little Cedar?

The month with the shortest days in Little Cedar, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Little Cedar have in December?

The average day length in December in Little Cedar is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Little Cedar?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Little Cedar, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Little Cedar?

The average sunshine duration in December in Little Cedar, Iowa, is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Little Cedar?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Little Cedar?

In Little Cedar, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average temperature in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average pressure in December - Little Cedar, 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 (29.88"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average wind speed in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

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 (7.3mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average humidity in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average rainfall in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average snowfall in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average UV index in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Little Cedar, IA

Average visibility in December - Little Cedar, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).

[Resources]

Little Cedar, Iowa, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location