December weather forecastWashburn, IA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Washburn, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C).Temperature
Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Washburn's average low-temperature in December is measured at 20.5°F (-6.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Washburn, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Washburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Washburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Washburn, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).
Average pressure in December
Washburn, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Washburn, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
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).
Average humidity in December
Washburn, IA
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Washburn, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").
Average rainfall days in December
Washburn, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Washburn, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Washburn, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Washburn, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 18min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Washburn, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in December
Washburn, IA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Washburn, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Washburn, 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).
