December weather forecast
Maxwell, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maxwell, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.2°F (-6°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

Maxwell, Iowa, in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C). In Maxwell, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a freezing cold 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Maxwell, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Maxwell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 26.61" (676mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Maxwell, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Maxwell, Iowa, there are 38.3 snowfall days, and 14.13" (359mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Maxwell. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Maxwell in December?

Maxwell in December has an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Maxwell?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Maxwell?

In Maxwell, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Maxwell in December?

In December, in Maxwell, Iowa, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maxwell?

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

How many hours of daylight does Maxwell have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Maxwell?

On the first day of December in Maxwell, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Maxwell?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Maxwell?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Maxwell?

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

Average temperature in December - Maxwell, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°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 (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Maxwell, IA

Average pressure in December - Maxwell, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Maxwell, IA

Average wind speed in December - Maxwell, 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 (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Maxwell, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Maxwell, IA

Average rainfall in December - Maxwell, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Maxwell, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Maxwell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Maxwell, IA

Average snowfall in December - Maxwell, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Maxwell, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Maxwell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Maxwell, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maxwell, 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
Maxwell, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Maxwell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Maxwell, IA

Average UV index in December - Maxwell, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Maxwell, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Maxwell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Maxwell, IA

Average visibility in December - Maxwell, 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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