December weather forecast
Stuart, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stuart, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). Nightly temperatures in Stuart, Iowa, drop to an average low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) in December.

Humidity

In Stuart, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Stuart, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stuart, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.3 days and collects up to 19.09" (485mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stuart, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Stuart is 4.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Stuart in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Stuart, is 33.3°F (0.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stuart?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Stuart?

In December, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Stuart in December?

In Stuart, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stuart?

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

How many hours of daylight does Stuart have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Stuart?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stuart, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stuart?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Stuart?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Stuart?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Stuart, IA

Average temperature in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stuart, IA

Average pressure in December - Stuart, 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
Stuart, IA

Average wind speed in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stuart, IA

Average humidity in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stuart, IA

Average rainfall in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stuart, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stuart, IA

Average snowfall in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stuart, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Stuart, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stuart, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stuart, IA

Average UV index in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Stuart, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Stuart, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Stuart, IA

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

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

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