December weather forecast
Swea City, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Swea City, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and an average high of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from November's icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C). In Swea City, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a still freezing cold 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In Swea City, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Swea City, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Swea City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Swea City. In Swea City, in December, snow falls for 13.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Swea City, Iowa, there are 57.5 snowfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Swea City, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Swea City, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

In Swea City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Swea City?

In Swea City, 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 16.2°F (-8.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Swea City?

In Swea City, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Swea City?

In December, in Swea City, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Swea City?

In Swea City, in December, snow falls for 13.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Swea City?

The month with the shortest days in Swea City is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Swea City have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Swea City?

On the first day of December in Swea City, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Swea City have in December?

In Swea City, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Swea City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Swea City is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Swea City, IA

Average temperature in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Swea City, IA

Average pressure in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Swea City, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Swea City, IA

Average humidity in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Swea City, IA

Average rainfall in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Swea City, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Swea City, IA

Average snowfall in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Swea City, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 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
Swea City, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Swea City, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Swea City, IA

Average UV index in December - Swea City, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Swea City, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Swea City, IA

Average visibility in December - Swea City, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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