December weather forecast
Cooper, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cooper, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°F (0°C) and an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

A shift in Cooper's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a wintry 32°F (0°C). During the month of December, Cooper experiences a steady low-temperature average of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Cooper, Iowa, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cooper, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Cooper, 32°F (0°C) is the average high-temperature and 21°F (-6.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cooper, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cooper, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cooper?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Cooper have in December?

The average day length in December in Cooper is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cooper have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Cooper, IA

Average temperature in December - Cooper, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cooper, IA

Average pressure in December - Cooper, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cooper, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Cooper, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Cooper, IA

Average rainfall in December - Cooper, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Cooper, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cooper, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cooper, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cooper, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cooper, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cooper, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cooper, 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 12min).

  • 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
Cooper, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cooper, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Cooper, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cooper, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Cooper, IA

Average visibility in December - Cooper, 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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