December weather forecast
Early, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Early, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average high of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear drop in December, the average high-temperature declines from November's chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). In December, Early experiences a temperature dip to an average of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Early, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Early, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Early, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Early, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Early experiences an average high-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) and a low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Early, Iowa, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Early, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Early have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average temperature in December
Early, IA

Average temperature in December - Early, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Early, IA

Average pressure in December - Early, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Early, IA

Average wind speed in December - Early, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Early, IA

Average humidity in December - Early, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Early, IA

Average rainfall in December - Early, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Early, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Early, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Early, IA

Average snowfall in December - Early, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Early, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Early, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Early, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Early, IA

Average UV index in December - Early, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Early, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Early, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Early, IA

Average visibility in December - Early, 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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