December weather forecast
Armstrong, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Armstrong, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and max 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Armstrong anticipates an average minimum temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Armstrong, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Armstrong, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Armstrong, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.8 days and aggregates up to 19.76" (502mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Armstrong, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Armstrong have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Armstrong?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Armstrong, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Armstrong have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Armstrong, IA

Average temperature in December - Armstrong, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°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 (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Armstrong, IA

Average pressure in December - Armstrong, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Armstrong, IA

Average wind speed in December - Armstrong, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Armstrong, IA

Average humidity in December - Armstrong, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Armstrong, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Armstrong, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Armstrong, IA

Average snowfall in December - Armstrong, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Armstrong, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Armstrong, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Armstrong, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Armstrong, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Armstrong, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Armstrong, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Armstrong, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Armstrong, IA

Average visibility in December - Armstrong, 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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