December weather forecast
Mount Pleasant, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). Mount Pleasant's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Pleasant are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mount Pleasant, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Mount Pleasant, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Mount Pleasant is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mount Pleasant in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mount Pleasant, records 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Pleasant?

In December, the average relative humidity in Mount Pleasant is 80%.

What is the driest month in Mount Pleasant?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Mount Pleasant in December?

In Mount Pleasant, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, Iowa, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Pleasant.

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

The average day length in December in Mount Pleasant is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mount Pleasant?

On the first day of December in Mount Pleasant, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mount Pleasant?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average temperature in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average pressure in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average wind speed in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average humidity in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average rainfall in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average snowfall in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Pleasant, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average UV index in December - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Mount Pleasant, IA

Average visibility in December - Mount Pleasant, 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).

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