December weather forecast
Cedar, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cedar, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°F (1.5°C) and min 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cedar, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.1 snowfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Cedar, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Cedar, 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cedar, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cedar, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Cedar, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cedar, IA

Average temperature in December - Cedar, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Cedar, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cedar, IA

Average wind speed in December - Cedar, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Cedar, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Cedar, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Cedar, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cedar, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cedar, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cedar, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cedar, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cedar, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cedar, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cedar, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cedar, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Cedar, IA

Average UV index in December - Cedar, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cedar, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Cedar, IA

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

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

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