December weather forecast
Algona, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Algona, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to 17.8°F (-7.9°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Algona, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Algona, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.8°F (-7.9°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 Algona, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Algona in December?

In Algona, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Algona, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Algona have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Algona, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Algona, IA

Average temperature in December - Algona, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Algona, IA

Average pressure in December - Algona, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Algona, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Algona, IA

Average humidity in December - Algona, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Algona, IA

Average rainfall in December - Algona, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Algona, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Algona, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Algona, IA

Average snowfall in December - Algona, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Algona, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Algona, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

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

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Algona, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Algona, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Algona, IA

Average UV index in December - Algona, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Algona, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Algona, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Algona, IA

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

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

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