December weather forecastOelwein, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Oelwein, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).Temperature
The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Oelwein's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a still freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C).Humidity
In Oelwein, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
In Oelwein, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oelwein, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.7 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oelwein, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Oelwein, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 18.39" (467mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Oelwein, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
