December weather forecast
Rockdale, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Rockdale, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In Rockdale, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Rockdale, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rockdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Rockdale, Iowa. In Rockdale, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.9 snowfall days, and 17.09" (434mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rockdale is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Rockdale, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rockdale. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rockdale in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rockdale, Iowa, are 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Rockdale?

In December, the average relative humidity in Rockdale is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rockdale?

In December, in Rockdale, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rockdale in December?

In Rockdale, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockdale?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rockdale have in December?

The average day length in December in Rockdale is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rockdale?

On the first day of December in Rockdale, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockdale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rockdale, Iowa, is 4h.

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

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rockdale.

How high is the UV index in December in Rockdale?

In Rockdale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rockdale, IA

Average temperature in December - Rockdale, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rockdale, IA

Average pressure in December - Rockdale, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rockdale, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rockdale, IA

Average humidity in December - Rockdale, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rockdale, IA

Average rainfall in December - Rockdale, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rockdale, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Rockdale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rockdale, IA

Average snowfall in December - Rockdale, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rockdale, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Rockdale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Rockdale, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockdale, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rockdale, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Rockdale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rockdale, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Rockdale, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Rockdale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Rockdale, IA

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

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

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