December weather forecast
Alvord, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alvord, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.8°F (-9°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). An average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C) marks the month of December in Alvord.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Alvord, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alvord, there are 119.2 rainfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alvord, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In Alvord, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Alvord, is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Alvord, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alvord, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Alvord?

In December, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Alvord, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alvord have in December?

In Alvord, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Alvord, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alvord, IA

Average temperature in December - Alvord, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Alvord, IA

Average pressure in December - Alvord, 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
Alvord, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Alvord, IA

Average humidity in December - Alvord, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Alvord, IA

Average rainfall in December - Alvord, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Alvord, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Alvord, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alvord, IA

Average snowfall in December - Alvord, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alvord, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Alvord, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alvord, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alvord, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Alvord, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Alvord, IA

Average UV index in December - Alvord, 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
Alvord, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Alvord, IA

Average visibility in December - Alvord, 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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