December weather forecastOrson, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Orson, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).Temperature
As December begins, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is observed.Humidity
In Orson, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In Orson, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.1 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Orson, the average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of 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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orson, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
