December weather forecast
Numa, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Numa, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). An average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) marks the month of December in Numa, Iowa.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Numa, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Numa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Numa, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. In Numa, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Numa in December?

In Numa, 35.8°F (2.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Numa?

The average relative humidity in December in Numa, Iowa, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Numa?

In Numa, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Numa?

In Numa, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Numa?

The month with the shortest days in Numa, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Numa have in December?

In Numa, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Numa?

On the first day of December in Numa, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Numa have in December?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Numa?

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

Average temperature in December - Numa, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Numa, IA

Average pressure in December - Numa, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Numa, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Numa, IA

Average humidity in December - Numa, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Numa, IA

Average rainfall in December - Numa, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in December
Numa, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Numa, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Numa, IA

Average snowfall in December - Numa, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Numa, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Numa, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Numa, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Numa, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Numa, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Numa, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Numa, IA

Average UV index in December - Numa, 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
Numa, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Numa, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Numa, IA

Average visibility in December - Numa, 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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