December weather forecast
Cherokee, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Cherokee, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C) and an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

Cherokee experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of December, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Cherokee records an average nighttime low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Cherokee, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cherokee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cherokee is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Cherokee, is 29.1°F (-1.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cherokee, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Cherokee have in December?

In Cherokee, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cherokee, IA

Average temperature in December - Cherokee, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in December
Cherokee, IA

Average pressure in December - Cherokee, 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
Cherokee, IA

Average wind speed in December - Cherokee, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Cherokee, IA

Average humidity in December - Cherokee, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Cherokee, IA

Average rainfall in December - Cherokee, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Cherokee, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cherokee, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cherokee, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cherokee, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cherokee, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cherokee, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Cherokee, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cherokee, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Cherokee, IA

Average UV index in December - Cherokee, 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
Cherokee, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Cherokee, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

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
Cherokee, IA

Average visibility in December - Cherokee, 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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