December weather forecast
Orson, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Orson, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

As November gives way to December, the average high-temperature displays a considerable decrease, falling from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). Orson's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Orson is 79%.

Rainfall

In Orson, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orson, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.1 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Orson. In Orson, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Orson, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Orson, Iowa, is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Orson?

The high-temperature in Orson, Iowa, during December is 32.9°F (0.5°C) and the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Orson?

The average relative humidity in December in Orson is 79%.

How much does it rain in Orson in December?

In December, in Orson, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Orson in December?

In Orson, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orson?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Orson, Iowa, is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Orson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orson, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Orson?

The average sunshine duration in December in Orson, Iowa, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Orson?

The months with the lowest UV index in Orson are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Orson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orson, IA

Average temperature in December - Orson, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Orson, IA

Average pressure in December - Orson, 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
Orson, IA

Average wind speed in December - Orson, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Orson, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Orson, IA

Average rainfall in December - Orson, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Orson, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Orson, IA

Average snowfall in December - Orson, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Orson, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Orson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Orson, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Orson, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Orson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Orson, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Orson, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Orson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Orson, IA

Average visibility in December - Orson, 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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