December weather forecastMoscow, IA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Moscow, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).Temperature
As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) is observed.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Moscow, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Moscow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.1 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. In Moscow, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 13.19" (335mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Moscow, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Moscow, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 34°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 23°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 (15.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Moscow, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Moscow, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Moscow, IA
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Moscow, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").
Average rainfall days in December
Moscow, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Moscow, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.73"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Moscow, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Moscow, 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 18min
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
Moscow, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Moscow, IA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Moscow, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Moscow, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
