December weather forecast
East Amana, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in East Amana, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

In East Amana, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In East Amana, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In East Amana, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In East Amana, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In East Amana, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Amana?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does East Amana have in December?

In East Amana, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does East Amana have in December?

In East Amana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Amana, IA

Average temperature in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in December
East Amana, IA

Average pressure in December - East Amana, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Amana, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
East Amana, IA

Average humidity in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
East Amana, IA

Average rainfall in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
East Amana, IA

Average rainfall days in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Amana, IA

Average snowfall in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Amana, IA

Average snowfall days in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
East Amana, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Amana, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Amana, IA

Average sunshine days in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
East Amana, IA

Average UV index in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
East Amana, IA

Average cloud cover in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
East Amana, IA

Average visibility in December - East Amana, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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