December weather forecast
Arion, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arion, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and max 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

A shift in Arion's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to 20.3°F (-6.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Arion, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Arion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123 days and collects up to 24.72" (628mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Arion, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Arion, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Arion, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Arion experiences an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Arion, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Arion, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Arion have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arion have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Arion?

In Arion, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arion, IA

Average temperature in December - Arion, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in December
Arion, IA

Average pressure in December - Arion, 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
Arion, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Arion, IA

Average humidity in December - Arion, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Arion, IA

Average rainfall in December - Arion, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Arion, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arion, IA

Average snowfall in December - Arion, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arion, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arion, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arion, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Arion, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Arion, IA

Average UV index in December - Arion, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Arion, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Arion, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Arion, IA

Average visibility in December - Arion, 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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