December weather forecast
Newell, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Newell, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December signals a considerable drop in Newell's average high-temperature, reducing from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). During December nights, Newell records an average temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Newell is 82%.

Rainfall

In Newell, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Newell, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Newell, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Newell?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Newell during December are 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 19.2°F (-7.1°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newell?

In Newell, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Newell in December?

In Newell, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Newell in December?

In Newell, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newell?

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

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

In Newell, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Newell?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newell?

In Newell, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Newell?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Newell, Iowa, 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
Newell, IA

Average temperature in December - Newell, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Newell, IA

Average pressure in December - Newell, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Newell, IA

Average wind speed in December - Newell, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Newell, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Newell, IA

Average rainfall in December - Newell, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Newell, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Newell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Newell, IA

Average snowfall in December - Newell, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Newell, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Newell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Newell, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newell, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Newell, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Newell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Newell, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Newell, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Newell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Newell, IA

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

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

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