December weather forecast
Audubon, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Audubon, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C). Audubon records a steady low-temperature average of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Audubon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.8 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Audubon, Iowa, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Audubon, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 12.72" (323mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Audubon. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Audubon, the average high-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Audubon, in December, during 5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Audubon, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically 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.

How many hours of daylight does Audubon have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Audubon, IA

Average temperature in December - Audubon, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°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 (14.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Audubon, IA

Average pressure in December - Audubon, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Audubon, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Audubon, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Audubon, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Audubon, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Audubon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Audubon, IA

Average snowfall in December - Audubon, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

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
Audubon, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Audubon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Audubon, 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 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Audubon, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Audubon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Audubon, IA

Average UV index in December - Audubon, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Audubon, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Audubon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Audubon, IA

Average visibility in December - Audubon, 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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