December weather forecast
Albion, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Albion, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a cold 32°F (0°C). In Albion, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a subzero cold 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In Albion, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Albion, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.2 rainfall days, and 16.18" (411mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Albion, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Albion, is 32°F (0°C), while the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Albion, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Albion?

In Albion, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Albion?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Albion, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Albion, IA

Average temperature in December - Albion, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°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 (12.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Albion, IA

Average pressure in December - Albion, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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).

Average wind speed in December
Albion, IA

Average wind speed in December - Albion, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

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).

Average humidity in December
Albion, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Albion, IA

Average rainfall in December - Albion, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Albion, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Albion, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Albion, IA

Average snowfall in December - Albion, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Albion, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Albion, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albion, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Albion, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Albion, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Albion, IA

Average UV index in December - Albion, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Albion, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Albion, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Albion, IA

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

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

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