December weather forecast
Dutchtown, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Dutchtown, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and min 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In Dutchtown, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Dutchtown. In Dutchtown, in December, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Dutchtown, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.4 days and aggregates up to 6.81" (173mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Dutchtown, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Dutchtown is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Dutchtown. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dutchtown in December?

During December, Dutchtown experiences an average high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dutchtown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dutchtown is 83%.

What is the driest month in Dutchtown?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Dutchtown?

In Dutchtown, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Dutchtown?

In December, in Dutchtown, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dutchtown?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dutchtown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dutchtown?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dutchtown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Dutchtown, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°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°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Dutchtown, IA

Average pressure in December - Dutchtown, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dutchtown, IA

Average wind speed in December - Dutchtown, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Dutchtown, IA

Average humidity in December - Dutchtown, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Dutchtown, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Dutchtown, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Dutchtown, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dutchtown, IA

Average snowfall in December - Dutchtown, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dutchtown, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Dutchtown, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 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
Dutchtown, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dutchtown, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dutchtown, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Dutchtown, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dutchtown, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dutchtown, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Dutchtown, IA

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

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

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