December weather forecast
Danbury, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Danbury, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Danbury's weather displays a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from November's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Danbury's average low-temperature is measured at 19.9°F (-6.7°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Danbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97 days and collects up to 10.12" (257mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Danbury, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) 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 7:32 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Danbury experiences an average high-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) and a low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Danbury, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Danbury have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Danbury, IA

Average temperature in December - Danbury, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Danbury, IA

Average pressure in December - Danbury, 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
Danbury, IA

Average wind speed in December - Danbury, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Danbury, IA

Average humidity in December - Danbury, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Danbury, IA

Average rainfall in December - Danbury, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Danbury, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Danbury, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Danbury, IA

Average snowfall in December - Danbury, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Danbury, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Danbury, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Danbury, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Danbury, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Danbury, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Danbury, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Danbury, IA

Average UV index in December - Danbury, 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 and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Danbury, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Danbury, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Danbury, IA

Average visibility in December - Danbury, 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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