December weather forecast
Solon, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Solon, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°F (1°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a cold 33.8°F (1°C). During December, Solon experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Solon, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Solon, there are 134.7 rainfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Solon are January through April, October through December. In Solon, in December, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.6 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Solon, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Solon, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Solon?

Solon in December has an average high-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Solon?

The average relative humidity in December in Solon, Iowa, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Solon?

In December, in Solon, Iowa, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Solon in December?

In Solon, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Solon?

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

How many hours of daylight does Solon have in December?

The average day length in December in Solon is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Solon?

On the first day of December in Solon, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Solon?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Solon?

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

Average temperature in December - Solon, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Solon, IA

Average pressure in December - Solon, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Solon, IA

Average wind speed in December - Solon, 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 (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Solon, IA

Average humidity in December - Solon, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Solon, IA

Average rainfall in December - Solon, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Solon, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Solon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Solon, IA

Average snowfall in December - Solon, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Solon, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Solon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Solon, IA

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Solon, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Solon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Solon, IA

Average UV index in December - Solon, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Solon, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Solon, IA

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

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

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