December weather forecast
Pleasant Valley, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pleasant Valley, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Pleasant Valley is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Pleasant Valley is December, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, September through December are months with snowfall in Pleasant Valley. In Pleasant Valley, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, there are 24.5 snowfall days, and 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In Pleasant Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pleasant Valley in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, during December are 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pleasant Valley?

In Pleasant Valley, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month in Pleasant Valley?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Pleasant Valley in December?

In Pleasant Valley, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Pleasant Valley?

In December, in Pleasant Valley, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pleasant Valley?

The month with the shortest days in Pleasant Valley is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Valley have in December?

In Pleasant Valley, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pleasant Valley?

On the first day of December in Pleasant Valley, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pleasant Valley?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pleasant Valley is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Pleasant Valley?

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

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Valley, 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 1min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Valley, 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).

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