December weather forecast
Climbing Hill, IA

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Climbing Hill, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

As Climbing Hill transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Climbing Hill records an average temperature drop to a still subzero cold 19.2°F (-7.1°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Climbing Hill, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Climbing Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.4 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Climbing Hill, in December, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32 snowfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Climbing Hill, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Climbing Hill, the average high-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Climbing Hill, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Climbing Hill, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Climbing Hill, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Climbing Hill, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Climbing Hill, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Climbing Hill, IA

Average temperature in December - Climbing Hill, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°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 (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Climbing Hill, IA

Average pressure in December - Climbing Hill, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Climbing Hill, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Climbing Hill, IA

Average humidity in December - Climbing Hill, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Climbing Hill, IA

Average rainfall in December - Climbing Hill, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Climbing Hill, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Climbing Hill, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Climbing Hill, IA

Average snowfall in December - Climbing Hill, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Climbing Hill, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Climbing Hill, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Climbing Hill, IA

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Climbing Hill, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Climbing Hill, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Climbing Hill, IA

Average UV index in December - Climbing Hill, 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
Climbing Hill, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Climbing Hill, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Climbing Hill, IA

Average visibility in December - Climbing Hill, 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).

Climbing Hill, Iowa, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location