December weather forecast
Sheldahl, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Sheldahl, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

A shift in Sheldahl's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). In Sheldahl, in December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Sheldahl, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheldahl, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sheldahl. In Sheldahl, in December, during 9.3 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sheldahl, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 16.65" (423mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sheldahl.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Sheldahl, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sheldahl in December?

In December, in Sheldahl, the average high-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sheldahl?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sheldahl, Iowa, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Sheldahl in December?

In December, in Sheldahl, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sheldahl in December?

In Sheldahl, during December, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheldahl?

The month with the shortest days in Sheldahl is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sheldahl?

In December, the average day length in Sheldahl, Iowa, is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sheldahl?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheldahl, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheldahl have in December?

In Sheldahl, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sheldahl?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sheldahl, IA

Average temperature in December - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sheldahl, IA

Average pressure in December - Sheldahl, 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
Sheldahl, IA

Average wind speed in December - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sheldahl, IA

Average humidity in December - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sheldahl, IA

Average rainfall in December - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sheldahl, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sheldahl, IA

Average snowfall in December - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sheldahl, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Sheldahl, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheldahl, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sheldahl, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sheldahl, IA

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Sheldahl, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Sheldahl, IA

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

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

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