December weather forecast
Zearing, IA

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Weather in December

As the year draws to a close, December brings back the harsh winter weather to Zearing. With a significant drop from November’s temperatures, December's highs reach only as much as 32.4°F (0.2°C), while lows can plunge down to 21.2°F (-6°C). Snowfall starts to dominate the scene, turning Zearing into a winter wonderland once again. This period forms a full circle, ending the weather cycle in anticipation of a new year.

Temperature

December's arrival in Zearing comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C) to Zearing.

Humidity

In Zearing, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Zearing, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zearing, Iowa, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 26.61" (676mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Zearing, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Zearing, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 14.13" (359mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Zearing, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Zearing, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Zearing in December?

Zearing in December has an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Zearing?

In Zearing, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Zearing in December?

In Zearing, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Zearing?

In Zearing, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zearing?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Zearing have in December?

The average day length in December in Zearing is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Zearing?

On the first day of December in Zearing, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Zearing?

The average sunshine duration in December in Zearing, Iowa, is 4.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Zearing?

In Zearing, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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
Zearing, IA

Average temperature in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Zearing, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Zearing, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Zearing, IA

Average humidity in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Zearing, IA

Average rainfall in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Zearing, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Zearing, IA

Average snowfall in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Zearing, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Zearing, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zearing, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Zearing, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Zearing, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Zearing, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Zearing, IA

Average visibility in December - Zearing, 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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