December weather forecast
Yale, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Yale, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Yale, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Yale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.1 days and collects up to 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Yale, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Yale, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.4 days and aggregates up to 16.38" (416mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Yale.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Yale, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Yale is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Yale in December?

December temperatures in Yale, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Yale?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Yale in December?

In Yale, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Yale?

In Yale, Iowa, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Yale?

The month with the shortest days in Yale is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Yale have in December?

In Yale, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Yale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Yale, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Yale?

The months with the lowest UV index in Yale are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Yale?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Yale is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Yale, IA

Average temperature in December - Yale, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Yale, IA

Average pressure in December - Yale, 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
Yale, IA

Average wind speed in December - Yale, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Yale, IA

Average humidity in December - Yale, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Yale, IA

Average rainfall in December - Yale, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Yale, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Yale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Yale, IA

Average snowfall in December - Yale, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Yale, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Yale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 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
Yale, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Yale, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Yale, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Yale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Yale, IA

Average UV index in December - Yale, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Yale, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Yale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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

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Average visibility in December
Yale, IA

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

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

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