December weather forecast
Dayfield, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dayfield, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

Dayfield experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). In the month of December, Dayfield experiences an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Dayfield, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dayfield, there are 40.1 snowfall days, and 16.38" (416mm) 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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dayfield, records 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dayfield, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dayfield, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Dayfield is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dayfield?

In Dayfield, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Dayfield, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dayfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Dayfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dayfield, IA

Average temperature in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°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 (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dayfield, IA

Average pressure in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dayfield, IA

Average wind speed in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Dayfield, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Dayfield, IA

Average rainfall in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Dayfield, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dayfield, IA

Average snowfall in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dayfield, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Dayfield, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 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
Dayfield, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dayfield, IA

Average UV index in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dayfield, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Dayfield, IA

Average visibility in December - Dayfield, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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