December weather forecast
Worthington, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Worthington, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Worthington is 83%.

Rainfall

In Worthington, Iowa, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Worthington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Worthington. In Worthington, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.4 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Worthington, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Worthington is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Worthington. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Worthington?

The high-temperature in Worthington during December is 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and the low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Worthington?

In December, the average relative humidity in Worthington is 83%.

How much does it rain in Worthington in December?

In Worthington, Iowa, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Worthington?

In December, in Worthington, Iowa, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Worthington?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Worthington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Worthington, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Worthington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Worthington, Iowa, is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Worthington?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Worthington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Worthington, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Worthington, IA

Average temperature in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Worthington, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Worthington, IA

Average wind speed in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Worthington, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Worthington, IA

Average rainfall in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Worthington, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Worthington, IA

Average snowfall in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Worthington, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Worthington, 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 July (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
Worthington, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Worthington, IA

Average UV index in December - Worthington, 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
Worthington, IA

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Worthington, IA

Average visibility in December - Worthington, 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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