December weather forecast
Washburn, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Washburn, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Washburn throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 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

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. 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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
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, in Washburn, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Washburn, Iowa, 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Washburn?

In December, in Washburn, the average high-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Washburn?

The average relative humidity in December in Washburn is 82%.

How much does it rain in Washburn in December?

In Washburn, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Washburn?

In Washburn, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Washburn?

The month with the shortest days in Washburn, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Washburn have in December?

In Washburn, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Washburn?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Washburn have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Washburn?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Washburn, Iowa.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Washburn?

In Washburn, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Washburn, IA

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).

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Average pressure in December
Washburn, IA

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Washburn, IA

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).

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Average humidity in December
Washburn, IA

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Washburn, IA

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Washburn, IA

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Washburn, IA

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Washburn, IA

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Washburn, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washburn, 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 6min).

  • 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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Washburn, IA

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).

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Average UV index in December
Washburn, IA

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Washburn, IA

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).

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Average visibility in December
Washburn, IA

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).

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