December weather forecast
Dallas Center, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Dallas Center, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C). Dallas Center observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dallas Center, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Dallas Center, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.7 days and collects up to 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32 snowfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

In Dallas Center, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Dallas Center experiences an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dallas Center, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dallas Center, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dallas Center have in December?

In Dallas Center, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dallas Center have in December?

In Dallas Center, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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 risk from 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
Dallas Center, IA

Average temperature in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°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 (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average pressure in December - Dallas Center, 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
Dallas Center, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average humidity in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average rainfall in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average snowfall in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dallas Center, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average UV index in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Dallas Center, IA

Average visibility in December - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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