December weather forecast
Ottosen, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ottosen, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

In Ottosen, the average high-temperature in December drops, from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November, to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). During December, the temperature in Ottosen tends to dip to an average of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In Ottosen, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Ottosen, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ottosen are January through April, October through December. In Ottosen, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ottosen, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ottosen, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ottosen, Iowa, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ottosen in December?

In December, in Ottosen, the average high-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ottosen?

In Ottosen, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Ottosen in December?

In Ottosen, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ottosen in December?

In December, in Ottosen, Iowa, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ottosen?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ottosen have in December?

The average day length in December in Ottosen, Iowa, is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ottosen?

On the first day of December in Ottosen, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ottosen?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ottosen is 4.3h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Ottosen?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ottosen is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ottosen, IA

Average temperature in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ottosen, IA

Average pressure in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ottosen, IA

Average wind speed in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ottosen, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ottosen, IA

Average rainfall in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ottosen, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ottosen, IA

Average snowfall in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ottosen, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ottosen, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ottosen, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ottosen, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ottosen, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Ottosen, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Ottosen, IA

Average visibility in December - Ottosen, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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