December weather forecast
Drakesville, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Drakesville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is experienced in Drakesville.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Drakesville is 79%.

Rainfall

In Drakesville, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Drakesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Drakesville, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Drakesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.8 days and aggregates up to 16.18" (411mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Drakesville, Iowa.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Drakesville 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Drakesville in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Drakesville, is 36°F (2.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Drakesville?

In Drakesville, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Drakesville?

In Drakesville, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Drakesville in December?

In Drakesville, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Drakesville?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Drakesville, Iowa.

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

In December, the average day length in Drakesville is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Drakesville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Drakesville, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Drakesville?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Drakesville is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Drakesville?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Drakesville?

In Drakesville, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Drakesville, IA

Average temperature in December - Drakesville, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Drakesville, IA

Average pressure in December - Drakesville, 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
Drakesville, IA

Average wind speed in December - Drakesville, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Drakesville, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Drakesville, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Drakesville, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Drakesville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Drakesville, IA

Average snowfall in December - Drakesville, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Drakesville, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Drakesville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Drakesville, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Drakesville, 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: 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
Drakesville, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Drakesville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Drakesville, IA

Average UV index in December - Drakesville, 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
Drakesville, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Drakesville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Drakesville, IA

Average visibility in December - Drakesville, 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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