December weather forecast
Cedar Rapids, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.4°F (0.8°C) and min 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

The changeover to December signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). In Cedar Rapids, in December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Cedar Rapids is 77%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cedar Rapids, there are 108.8 rainfall days, and 18.98" (482mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

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 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Cedar Rapids, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cedar Rapids. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cedar Rapids in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cedar Rapids, is 33.4°F (0.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.8°F (-6.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cedar Rapids?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Cedar Rapids in December?

In Cedar Rapids, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Cedar Rapids?

The month with the most snowfall in Cedar Rapids is December, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Cedar Rapids?

In Cedar Rapids, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cedar Rapids?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cedar Rapids, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cedar Rapids have in December?

In December, the average day length in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cedar Rapids?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar Rapids have in December?

In Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cedar Rapids?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska.

What is the UV index reading in December in Cedar Rapids?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average temperature in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°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 (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average snowfall in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average snowfall days in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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