December weather forecast
Andover, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Andover, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in Andover's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C). Andover, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Andover, during December, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Andover, Iowa, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Andover, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Andover. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Andover?

The high-temperature, in December, in Andover, is 32.7°F (0.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Andover?

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

How much does it rain in Andover in December?

In Andover, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Andover?

In Andover, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Andover?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Andover?

In Andover, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Andover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Andover, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Andover?

In Andover, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Andover?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Andover, Iowa.

What is the UV index reading in December in Andover?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Andover, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Andover, IA

Average temperature in December - Andover, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Andover, IA

Average pressure in December - Andover, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Andover, IA

Average wind speed in December - Andover, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Andover, IA

Average humidity in December - Andover, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Andover, IA

Average rainfall in December - Andover, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Andover, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Andover, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Andover, IA

Average snowfall in December - Andover, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Andover, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Andover, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Andover, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Andover, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Andover, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Andover, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Andover, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Andover, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Andover, IA

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

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

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