December weather forecast
Windsor Heights, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Windsor Heights, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). Throughout December, Windsor Heights records an average temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Windsor Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Windsor Heights, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Windsor Heights, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In Windsor Heights, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Windsor Heights, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Windsor Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Windsor Heights in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Windsor Heights, is 34°F (1.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.3°F (-5.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Windsor Heights?

In Windsor Heights, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Windsor Heights in December?

In Windsor Heights, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Windsor Heights?

In December, in Windsor Heights, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Windsor Heights?

December has the shortest days of the year in Windsor Heights, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Windsor Heights?

In Windsor Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Windsor Heights?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Windsor Heights have in December?

In Windsor Heights, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Windsor Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Windsor Heights, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average temperature in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average pressure in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average wind speed in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average humidity in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average rainfall in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average snowfall in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 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
Windsor Heights, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average UV index in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Windsor Heights, IA

Average visibility in December - Windsor Heights, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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