December weather forecast
Cedar Falls, IA

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Weather in December

December weather in Cedar Falls, Iowa, welcomes the full swing of winter. The cool atmosphere of November hardens into a frosty chill. Snowfall sees a significant increase to 3.27" (83mm), blanketing the city in a layer of white. Despite the cold, the festive mood permeates the town, keeping spirits high. The shortest days of the year make evenings longer, lending a perfect ambiance for indoor fires and hot cocoa.

Temperature

Cedar Falls's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In Cedar Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Falls, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.5 snowfall days, and 17.56" (446mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Cedar Falls during December is 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and the low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cedar Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Cedar Falls, Iowa, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Cedar Falls, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is 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 in Cedar Falls.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cedar Falls, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar Falls have in December?

In Cedar Falls, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Cedar Falls?

In Cedar Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average temperature in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average pressure in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average wind speed in December - Cedar Falls, 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 August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average humidity in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average rainfall in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average UV index in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Cedar Falls, IA

Average visibility in December - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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