December weather forecast
Andrew, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Andrew, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C). Andrew's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Andrew, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Andrew, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Andrew, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 17.48" (444mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December 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. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Andrew, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Andrew have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Andrew is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Andrew, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Andrew, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Andrew, IA

Average wind speed in December - Andrew, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Andrew, IA

Average humidity in December - Andrew, 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
Andrew, IA

Average rainfall in December - Andrew, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Andrew, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Andrew, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Andrew, IA

Average snowfall in December - Andrew, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Andrew, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Andrew, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Andrew, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Andrew, 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 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Andrew, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Andrew, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Andrew, IA

Average UV index in December - Andrew, 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
Andrew, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Andrew, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Andrew, IA

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

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

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