December weather forecast
Cumberland, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Cumberland, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). During December, Cumberland records an average temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cumberland, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.7 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cumberland, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Cumberland, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.3 days and aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Cumberland experiences an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cumberland, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cumberland, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cumberland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cumberland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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 intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°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 (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Cumberland, IA

Average pressure in December - Cumberland, 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
Cumberland, IA

Average wind speed in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

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

Average humidity in December
Cumberland, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Cumberland, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Cumberland, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cumberland, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cumberland, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cumberland, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cumberland, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cumberland, IA

Average UV index in December - Cumberland, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cumberland, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Cumberland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Cumberland, IA

Average visibility in December - Cumberland, 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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