December weather forecast
Somers, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Somers, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Somers sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In the month of December, an average of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) marks the low-temperature in Somers.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Somers, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Somers, Iowa, there are 128 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. In Somers, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 17.64" (448mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Somers, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Somers, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Somers in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Somers during December are 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Somers?

In Somers, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Somers in December?

In December, in Somers, Iowa, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Somers in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Somers?

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

How many hours of daylight does Somers have in December?

The average day length in December in Somers, Iowa, is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Somers?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Somers, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Somers?

The average sunshine duration in December in Somers, Iowa, is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Somers?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Somers, Iowa, 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
Somers, IA

Average temperature in December - Somers, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Somers, IA

Average pressure in December - Somers, 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
Somers, IA

Average wind speed in December - Somers, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Somers, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Somers, IA

Average rainfall in December - Somers, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

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

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Average rainfall days in December
Somers, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Somers, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Somers, IA

Average snowfall in December - Somers, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Somers, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Somers, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 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
Somers, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somers, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Somers, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Somers, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Somers, IA

Average UV index in December - Somers, 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 February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Somers, IA

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Somers, IA

Average visibility in December - Somers, 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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