December weather forecast
Slater, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Slater, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and max 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). In Slater, the December nights cool down to an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Slater, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
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, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Slater, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Slater. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Slater?

In December, in Slater, the average high-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Slater?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Slater?

In Slater, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Slater?

In December, in Slater, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Slater?

December has the shortest days of the year in Slater, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Slater have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Slater?

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, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Slater have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Slater, Iowa, is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Slater?

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

Average temperature in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average pressure in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average wind speed in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average humidity in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average rainfall in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average snowfall in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average UV index in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Slater, 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
Slater, IA

Average visibility in December - Slater, 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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