December weather forecast
Traer, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Traer, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and min 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 45°F (7.2°C) to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Traer experiences an average low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Traer, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Traer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Traer are January through May, October through December. In Traer, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Traer, there are 46.3 snowfall days, and 17.6" (447mm) 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Traer, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Traer are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Traer in December?

The high-temperature in Traer during December is 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and the low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Traer?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Traer?

In Traer, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Traer in December?

In Traer, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Traer?

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

How many hours of daylight does Traer have in December?

In Traer, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Traer?

On the first day of December in Traer, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Traer have in December?

In Traer, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Traer?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Traer?

In Traer, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Traer, IA

Average temperature in December - Traer, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Traer, IA

Average pressure in December - Traer, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Traer, IA

Average wind speed in December - Traer, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Traer, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Traer, IA

Average rainfall in December - Traer, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Traer, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Traer, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Traer, IA

Average snowfall in December - Traer, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Traer, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Traer, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Traer, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Traer, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Traer, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Traer, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Traer, IA

Average UV index in December - Traer, 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
Traer, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Traer, IA

Average visibility in December - Traer, 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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