December weather forecast
Carroll, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carroll, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and min 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Carroll observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Carroll, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.1 rainfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated. In Carroll, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.8 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Carroll, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

In Carroll, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and the low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Carroll, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carroll, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

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 Carroll have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carroll have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carroll, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Carroll, IA

Average pressure in December - Carroll, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Carroll, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Carroll, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Carroll, IA

Average rainfall in December - Carroll, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Carroll, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carroll, IA

Average snowfall in December - Carroll, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carroll, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Carroll, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carroll, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carroll, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Carroll, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Carroll, IA

Average UV index in December - Carroll, 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
Carroll, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Carroll, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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
Carroll, IA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and August (5mi).

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