December weather forecast
Diagonal, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Diagonal, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.2°F (1.8°C) and min 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). In the month of December, Diagonal witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Diagonal, Iowa, is 78%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.7 snowfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Diagonal is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Diagonal, is 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.2°F (-4.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Diagonal, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Diagonal, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 in Diagonal is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Diagonal have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
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Average temperature in December
Diagonal, IA

Average temperature in December - Diagonal, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Diagonal, IA

Average pressure in December - Diagonal, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Diagonal, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Diagonal, IA

Average humidity in December - Diagonal, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Diagonal, IA

Average rainfall in December - Diagonal, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Diagonal, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Diagonal, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Diagonal, IA

Average snowfall in December - Diagonal, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Diagonal, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Diagonal, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Diagonal, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Diagonal, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Diagonal, IA

Average UV index in December - Diagonal, 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
Diagonal, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Diagonal, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Diagonal, IA

Average visibility in December - Diagonal, 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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