December weather forecast
Akron, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Akron, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and min 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). Akron's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Akron, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Akron, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.3 days and collects up to 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. In Akron, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.8 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Akron, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Akron, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Akron, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Akron.

How many hours of daylight does Akron have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Akron have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Akron, IA

Average temperature in December - Akron, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Akron, IA

Average pressure in December - Akron, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Akron, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Akron, IA

Average humidity in December - Akron, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Akron, IA

Average rainfall in December - Akron, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Akron, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Akron, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Akron, IA

Average snowfall in December - Akron, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Akron, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Akron, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Akron, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Akron, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Akron, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Akron, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Akron, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Akron, IA

Average visibility in December - Akron, 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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