December weather forecast
Melcher-Dallas, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Melcher-Dallas, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). In the month of December, Melcher-Dallas witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Melcher-Dallas are February and December Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Melcher-Dallas, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Melcher-Dallas, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Melcher-Dallas, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Melcher-Dallas, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Melcher-Dallas is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Melcher-Dallas in December?

In December, in Melcher-Dallas, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melcher-Dallas?

In December, the average relative humidity in Melcher-Dallas is 79%.

What is the driest month in Melcher-Dallas?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Melcher-Dallas?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Melcher-Dallas?

In Melcher-Dallas, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melcher-Dallas?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Melcher-Dallas have in December?

In Melcher-Dallas, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Melcher-Dallas?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Melcher-Dallas, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Melcher-Dallas have in December?

In Melcher-Dallas, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Melcher-Dallas?

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

Average temperature in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average wind speed in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average humidity in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average rainfall in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average snowfall in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average UV index in December - Melcher-Dallas, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Melcher-Dallas, IA

Average visibility in December - Melcher-Dallas, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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