December weather forecast
Tama, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Tama, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Tama observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). Tama experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Tama is 81%.

Rainfall

In Tama, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tama, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.1 days and collects up to 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Tama. In Tama, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Tama, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 14.29" (363mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Tama. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Tama in December?

In Tama, 32.5°F (0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tama?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Tama?

In Tama, Iowa, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Tama?

In Tama, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tama?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Tama?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tama?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tama have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Tama, Iowa, is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tama?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Tama?

In Tama, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tama, IA

Average temperature in December - Tama, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Tama, IA

Average pressure in December - Tama, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Tama, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Tama, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tama, IA

Average rainfall in December - Tama, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Tama, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Tama, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Tama, IA

Average snowfall in December - Tama, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Tama, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Tama, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Tama, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tama, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tama, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Tama, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tama, IA

Average UV index in December - Tama, 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
Tama, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Tama, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Tama, IA

Average visibility in December - Tama, 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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