December weather forecast
Perry, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Perry, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). Perry records a mean low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Perry, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.7 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Perry, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Perry, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Perry, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Perry?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Perry, Iowa, during December are 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Perry?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Perry?

In Perry, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Perry?

In Perry, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Perry?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Perry.

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

The average day length in December in Perry, Iowa, is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Perry?

On the first day of December in Perry, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Perry have in December?

In Perry, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Perry?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Perry, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Perry, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

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Average pressure in December
Perry, IA

Average pressure in December - Perry, 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
Perry, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Perry, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Perry, IA

Average rainfall in December - Perry, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Perry, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Perry, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Perry, IA

Average snowfall in December - Perry, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Perry, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Perry, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Perry, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Perry, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Perry, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Perry, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Perry, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Perry, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Perry, IA

Average visibility in December - Perry, 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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