December weather forecast
Rossie, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Rossie, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and max 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

As Rossie welcomes December, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The low-temperature averages to a still freezing cold 16.9°F (-8.4°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Rossie, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Rossie, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rossie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rossie, there are 45.5 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rossie is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rossie, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Rossie, Iowa, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rossie?

In Rossie, 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 16.9°F (-8.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Rossie?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Rossie in December?

In Rossie, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rossie in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rossie?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rossie have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rossie?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rossie, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rossie have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Rossie?

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

Average temperature in December - Rossie, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rossie, IA

Average pressure in December - Rossie, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rossie, IA

Average wind speed in December - Rossie, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rossie, IA

Average humidity in December - Rossie, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rossie, IA

Average rainfall in December - Rossie, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rossie, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Rossie, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rossie, IA

Average snowfall in December - Rossie, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rossie, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Rossie, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 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
Rossie, IA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rossie, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Rossie, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rossie, IA

Average UV index in December - Rossie, 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 and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rossie, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Rossie, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

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

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Average visibility in December
Rossie, IA

Average visibility in December - Rossie, 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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