December weather forecast
Patterson, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Patterson, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). Patterson's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Patterson, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Patterson, there are 133 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Patterson, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Patterson, there are 35 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Patterson is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Patterson, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Patterson?

The high-temperature in Patterson during December is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Patterson?

The average relative humidity in December in Patterson, Iowa, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Patterson?

In Patterson, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Patterson in December?

In Patterson, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Patterson?

December has the shortest days of the year in Patterson, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Patterson have in December?

In Patterson, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Patterson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Patterson?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Patterson?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Patterson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Patterson is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Patterson, IA

Average temperature in December - Patterson, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Patterson, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Patterson, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Patterson, IA

Average humidity in December - Patterson, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Patterson, IA

Average rainfall in December - Patterson, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Patterson, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Patterson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Patterson, IA

Average snowfall in December - Patterson, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Patterson, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Patterson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Patterson, IA

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Patterson, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Patterson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Patterson, IA

Average UV index in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Patterson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Patterson, IA

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

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

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