Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Melbourne observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Melbourne, Iowa, is 81%.Rainfall
In December, in Melbourne, Iowa, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Melbourne, there are 102 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Melbourne, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Melbourne, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Melbourne, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Melbourne, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Melbourne, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Melbourne, Iowa. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 32.5°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: 21.6°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 (13.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"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).
Average wind speed in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Melbourne, 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 (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Melbourne, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Melbourne, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Melbourne, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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