December weather forecast
Mount Lucia, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Lucia, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

The drop of average high-temperatures is noticeable in December, with a decrease from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 122 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mount Lucia, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mount Lucia, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 13.23" (336mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Lucia.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Mount Lucia is 4.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mount Lucia in December?

The high-temperature in Mount Lucia, Iowa, during December is 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and the low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Lucia?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mount Lucia?

In Mount Lucia, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mount Lucia in December?

In Mount Lucia, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Lucia?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Lucia have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mount Lucia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Lucia, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Lucia have in December?

In Mount Lucia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Mount Lucia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average temperature in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average pressure in December - Mount Lucia, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average wind speed in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average humidity in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average rainfall in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average snowfall in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Mount Lucia, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average UV index in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Mount Lucia, IA

Average visibility in December - Mount Lucia, 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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