December weather forecast
Arthur, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arthur, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.2°F (-1°C) and min 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in December, moving down from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

In Arthur, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Arthur, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arthur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97 days and collects up to 10.12" (257mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Arthur, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Arthur, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Arthur, is 30.2°F (-1°C) and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Arthur, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Arthur, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Arthur have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Arthur?

On the first day of December in Arthur, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Arthur, IA

Average temperature in December - Arthur, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°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 (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Arthur, IA

Average pressure in December - Arthur, 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
Arthur, IA

Average wind speed in December - Arthur, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Arthur, IA

Average humidity in December - Arthur, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Arthur, IA

Average rainfall in December - Arthur, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Arthur, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Arthur, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arthur, IA

Average snowfall in December - Arthur, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arthur, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Arthur, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Arthur, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arthur, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arthur, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Arthur, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Arthur, IA

Average UV index in December - Arthur, 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
Arthur, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Arthur, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Arthur, IA

Average visibility in December - Arthur, 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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