December weather forecast
Lowden, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Lowden, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°F (-5°C) and max 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 46°F (7.8°C) to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). Lowden cools down to an average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lowden, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lowden, there are 145.6 rainfall days, and 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lowden, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. In Lowden, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Lowden, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lowden, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Lowden. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lowden in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lowden, is 33.3°F (0.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23°F (-5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lowden?

The average relative humidity in December in Lowden is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lowden?

In Lowden, Iowa, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Lowden?

In Lowden, Iowa, in December, during 7.7 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lowden?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lowden have in December?

In Lowden, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lowden?

On the first day of December in Lowden, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lowden?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lowden?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lowden?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lowden is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lowden, IA

Average temperature in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lowden, IA

Average pressure in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lowden, IA

Average wind speed in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lowden, IA

Average humidity in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lowden, IA

Average rainfall in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lowden, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lowden, IA

Average snowfall in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lowden, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lowden, 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: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lowden, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lowden, IA

Average UV index in December - Lowden, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lowden, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Lowden, IA

Average visibility in December - Lowden, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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