December weather forecast
Packwood, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Packwood, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). An average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain in Packwood when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Packwood, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Packwood, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 14.33" (364mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Packwood, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Packwood, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Packwood is 4.5h.

UV index

In Packwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. 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 note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Packwood?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Packwood, Iowa, during December are 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Packwood?

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

What is the driest month in Packwood?

January and December are months with the least rain in Packwood when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Packwood?

In Packwood, Iowa, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Packwood in December?

In December, in Packwood, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Packwood?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Packwood.

How many hours of daylight does Packwood have in December?

In December, the average day length in Packwood is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Packwood?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Packwood?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Packwood is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Packwood?

In Packwood, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Packwood, IA

Average temperature in December - Packwood, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Packwood, IA

Average pressure in December - Packwood, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Packwood, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Packwood, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Packwood, IA

Average rainfall in December - Packwood, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Packwood, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Packwood, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Packwood, IA

Average snowfall in December - Packwood, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Packwood, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Packwood, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Packwood, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Packwood, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Packwood, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Packwood, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Packwood, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Packwood, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Packwood, IA

Average visibility in December - Packwood, 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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