December weather forecastMassena, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Massena, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°F (1°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to an icy 33.8°F (1°C). Massena in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).Humidity
In Massena, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In Massena, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.2 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Massena, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Massena, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 15.71" (399mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Massena is 4.9h.UV index
In Massena, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Massena, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Massena, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Massena, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Massena, IA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Massena, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in December
Massena, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Massena, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Massena, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Massena, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Massena, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Massena, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Massena, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Massena, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
