December weather forecast
Monticello, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monticello, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

Monticello's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Monticello, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Monticello, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Monticello, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Monticello are January through April, October through December. In Monticello, in December, during 9.4 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Monticello, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.2 days and aggregates up to 17.17" (436mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Monticello is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Monticello, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Monticello, Iowa, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Monticello in December?

Monticello in December has an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Monticello?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Monticello?

In Monticello, Iowa, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Monticello in December?

In Monticello, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monticello?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Monticello?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Monticello?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Monticello, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Monticello?

The average sunshine duration in December in Monticello is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Monticello?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Monticello?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Monticello, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Monticello, IA

Average temperature in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Monticello, IA

Average pressure in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Monticello, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Monticello, IA

Average humidity in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Monticello, IA

Average rainfall in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
Monticello, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Monticello, IA

Average snowfall in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Monticello, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Monticello, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monticello, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Monticello, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Monticello, IA

Average UV index in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Monticello, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Monticello, IA

Average visibility in December - Monticello, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).

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