December weather forecast
Rutland, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rutland, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C) and an average high of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

Rutland's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). In the month of December, Rutland experiences an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Rutland, Iowa, is 83%.

Rainfall

In Rutland, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rutland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.6 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rutland. In December, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rutland, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rutland, Iowa.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rutland, Iowa, is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rutland are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rutland?

During December, Rutland experiences an average high-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rutland?

The average relative humidity in December in Rutland is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rutland?

In December, in Rutland, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rutland?

In Rutland, during December, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rutland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rutland have in December?

In Rutland, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rutland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rutland, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rutland have in December?

In Rutland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rutland?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rutland, Iowa.

How high is the UV index in December in Rutland?

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

Average temperature in December - Rutland, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rutland, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rutland, IA

Average wind speed in December - Rutland, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rutland, IA

Average humidity in December - Rutland, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rutland, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rutland, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Rutland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rutland, IA

Average snowfall in December - Rutland, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rutland, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Rutland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Rutland, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rutland, 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 3min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rutland, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Rutland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rutland, IA

Average UV index in December - Rutland, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rutland, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Rutland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Rutland, IA

Average visibility in December - Rutland, 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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