December weather forecast
Nahant, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Nahant, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.3°F (1.3°C) and min 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

Nahant's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Throughout December, Nahant witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Nahant, Iowa, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Nahant, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nahant, Iowa, there are 138.1 rainfall days, and 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Nahant, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Nahant, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 12.8" (325mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Nahant.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Nahant, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Nahant?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nahant are 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Nahant?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Nahant?

In Nahant, Iowa, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Nahant?

In December, in Nahant, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nahant?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Nahant.

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

In Nahant, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Nahant?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Nahant?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Nahant is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Nahant?

In Nahant, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nahant, IA

Average temperature in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°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 (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Nahant, IA

Average pressure in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Nahant, IA

Average wind speed in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Nahant, IA

Average humidity in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Nahant, IA

Average rainfall in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Nahant, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Nahant, IA

Average snowfall in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Nahant, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Nahant, IA

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

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Nahant, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Nahant, IA

Average UV index in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Nahant, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Nahant, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Nahant, IA

Average visibility in December - Nahant, 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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