December weather forecast
Donnan, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Donnan, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). During December, Donnan records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Donnan is 84%.

Rainfall

In Donnan, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Donnan, Iowa. In Donnan, in December, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Donnan, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Donnan is 4.1h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Donnan in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Donnan, is 30°F (-1.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Donnan?

In Donnan, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Donnan?

In Donnan, in December, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Donnan?

In December, in Donnan, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Donnan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Donnan have in December?

In December, the average day length in Donnan, Iowa, is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Donnan?

On the first day of December in Donnan, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Donnan have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Donnan, Iowa, is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Donnan?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Donnan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Donnan, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Donnan, IA

Average temperature in December - Donnan, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Donnan, IA

Average pressure in December - Donnan, 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
Donnan, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Donnan, IA

Average humidity in December - Donnan, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Donnan, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Donnan, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Donnan, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Donnan, IA

Average snowfall in December - Donnan, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Donnan, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Donnan, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 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
Donnan, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Donnan, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Donnan, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Donnan, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Donnan, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Donnan, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Donnan, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Donnan, IA

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

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

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