December weather forecast
Newkirk, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Newkirk, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

As November gives way to December, the average high-temperature displays a considerable decrease, falling from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C). During the month of December, Newkirk experiences a steady low-temperature average of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Newkirk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Newkirk, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Newkirk, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.5 days and aggregates up to 18.39" (467mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Newkirk is 4.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Newkirk. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Newkirk in December?

In December, in Newkirk, the average high-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newkirk?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Newkirk in December?

In Newkirk, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Newkirk?

In Newkirk, during December, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newkirk?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Newkirk, Iowa.

How many hours of daylight does Newkirk have in December?

In Newkirk, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Newkirk?

On the first day of December in Newkirk, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newkirk?

In Newkirk, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Newkirk?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Newkirk.

How high is the UV index in December in Newkirk?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Newkirk, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Newkirk, IA

Average temperature in December - Newkirk, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°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 (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Newkirk, IA

Average pressure in December - Newkirk, 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
Newkirk, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Newkirk, IA

Average humidity in December - Newkirk, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Newkirk, IA

Average rainfall in December - Newkirk, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Newkirk, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Newkirk, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Newkirk, IA

Average snowfall in December - Newkirk, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Newkirk, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Newkirk, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Newkirk, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newkirk, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Newkirk, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Newkirk, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Newkirk, IA

Average UV index in December - Newkirk, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Newkirk, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Newkirk, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Newkirk, IA

Average visibility in December - Newkirk, 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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