December weather forecast
Anita, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Anita, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C). Throughout December nights, Anita experiences a consistent temperature average of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In Anita, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Anita, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Anita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.7 days and collects up to 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Anita. In Anita, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Anita, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.3 days and aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Anita, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Anita, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Anita, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Anita in December?

During December, Anita experiences an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Anita?

The average relative humidity in December in Anita is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Anita?

In Anita, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Anita?

In Anita, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Anita?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Anita?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Anita?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Anita, Iowa, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Anita?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Anita?

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

Average temperature in December - Anita, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Anita, IA

Average pressure in December - Anita, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Anita, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Anita, IA

Average humidity in December - Anita, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Anita, IA

Average rainfall in December - Anita, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Anita, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Anita, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Anita, IA

Average snowfall in December - Anita, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Anita, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Anita, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Anita, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Anita, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Anita, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Anita, IA

Average UV index in December - Anita, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Anita, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Anita, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Anita, IA

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

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

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