December weather forecast
Denmark, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Denmark, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Denmark, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Denmark, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) 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 7:10 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Denmark, is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Denmark, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Denmark in December?

In Denmark, in December, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Denmark have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Denmark?

In Denmark, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Denmark, IA

Average temperature in December - Denmark, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Denmark, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Denmark, IA

Average wind speed in December - Denmark, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Denmark, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Denmark, IA

Average rainfall in December - Denmark, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Denmark, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Denmark, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Denmark, IA

Average snowfall in December - Denmark, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Denmark, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Denmark, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 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
Denmark, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Denmark, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Denmark, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Denmark, IA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Denmark, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Denmark, IA

Average visibility in December - Denmark, 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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