December weather forecastMinden, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Minden, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).Temperature
Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). During December, Minden witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Minden is 79%.Rainfall
In Minden, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Minden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.7 days and collects up to 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Minden, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Minden, there are 35.8 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Minden is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December in Minden, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Minden, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.4°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 (15.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Minden, 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 (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Minden, 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 July (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Minden, IA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Minden, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in December
Minden, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Minden, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Minden, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Minden, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Minden, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Minden, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Minden, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Minden, 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).
