December weather forecast
Wilkins, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Wilkins, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Wilkins's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). Wilkins temperatures generally rest at a low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Wilkins, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wilkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wilkins, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wilkins, there are 44.5 snowfall days, and 18.07" (459mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wilkins in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Wilkins, is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wilkins?

The average relative humidity in December in Wilkins, Iowa, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wilkins?

In Wilkins, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wilkins?

In Wilkins, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wilkins?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wilkins?

On the first day of December in Wilkins, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wilkins?

In Wilkins, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wilkins?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Wilkins, Iowa.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wilkins?

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

Average temperature in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wilkins, IA

Average pressure in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Wilkins, IA

Average wind speed in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wilkins, IA

Average humidity in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wilkins, IA

Average rainfall in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wilkins, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wilkins, IA

Average snowfall in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

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
Wilkins, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Wilkins, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wilkins, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wilkins, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wilkins, IA

Average UV index in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Wilkins, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Wilkins, IA

Average visibility in December - Wilkins, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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