December weather forecast
Dewar, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dewar, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

Dewar in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Dewar witnesses an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dewar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dewar are January through May, October through December. In Dewar, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Dewar, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Dewar, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dewar, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dewar in December?

In Dewar, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Dewar have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dewar have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Dewar, IA

Average temperature in December - Dewar, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in December
Dewar, IA

Average pressure in December - Dewar, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dewar, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Dewar, IA

Average humidity in December - Dewar, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Dewar, IA

Average rainfall in December - Dewar, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Dewar, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Dewar, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dewar, IA

Average snowfall in December - Dewar, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dewar, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Dewar, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dewar, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Dewar, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Dewar, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dewar, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Dewar, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Dewar, IA

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

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

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