December weather forecast
Saint Lucas, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Lucas, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). Saint Lucas's average low-temperature for the month of December records at 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Saint Lucas. In Saint Lucas, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.04" (128mm) of snow. In Saint Lucas, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saint Lucas, Iowa.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Saint Lucas, Iowa, is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saint Lucas?

During December, Saint Lucas experiences an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Lucas?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saint Lucas?

In Saint Lucas, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Saint Lucas in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Lucas?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saint Lucas, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Lucas have in December?

In Saint Lucas, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Saint Lucas?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Saint Lucas, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average temperature in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average pressure in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average wind speed in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average humidity in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average snowfall in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 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 Lucas, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Lucas, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average UV index in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Saint Lucas, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

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
Saint Lucas, IA

Average visibility in December - Saint Lucas, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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