December weather forecast
Saint Charles, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Saint Charles, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

As Saint Charles enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) of November to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). During the nights in December, the temperature in Saint Charles averages to a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Saint Charles, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Saint Charles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saint Charles, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Saint Charles is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Saint Charles, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Saint Charles, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Saint Charles. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. 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 it in Saint Charles in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Saint Charles, is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Charles?

In Saint Charles, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Saint Charles in December?

In Saint Charles, Iowa, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Saint Charles?

In Saint Charles, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint Charles?

The month with the shortest days in Saint Charles, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Saint Charles?

In December, the average day length in Saint Charles is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Charles?

On the first day of December in Saint Charles, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saint Charles?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Saint Charles is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saint Charles?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Saint Charles?

In Saint Charles, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average temperature in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average pressure in December - Saint Charles, 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
Saint Charles, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average humidity in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average snowfall in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Saint Charles, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • 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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average UV index in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Saint Charles, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average visibility in December - Saint Charles, 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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