December weather forecast
Chillicothe, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chillicothe, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and max 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is expected.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chillicothe, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Chillicothe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.5 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 14.17" (360mm) 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 December in Chillicothe, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Chillicothe, Iowa. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Chillicothe, is 35.1°F (1.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Chillicothe, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chillicothe have in December?

In Chillicothe, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chillicothe?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Chillicothe is 4.7h.

What are the months with 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?

In Chillicothe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chillicothe, IA

Average temperature in December - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Chillicothe, IA

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

Average wind speed in December - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Chillicothe, IA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Chillicothe, IA

Average rainfall in December - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Chillicothe, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chillicothe, IA

Average snowfall in December - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chillicothe, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chillicothe, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Chillicothe, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Chillicothe, IA

Average UV index in December - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Chillicothe, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Chillicothe, 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
Chillicothe, IA

Average visibility in December - Chillicothe, 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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