December weather forecast
East Rapids, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Rapids, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C) from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). East Rapids witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In East Rapids, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in East Rapids, Iowa, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Rapids, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in East Rapids is 4.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in East Rapids. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in East Rapids in December?

In East Rapids, 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Rapids?

The average relative humidity in December in East Rapids is 81%.

How much does it rain in East Rapids in December?

In East Rapids, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in East Rapids?

In East Rapids, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

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

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in East Rapids, Iowa.

What is the average length of the day in December in East Rapids?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in East Rapids?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in East Rapids?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in East Rapids?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in East Rapids?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Rapids, IA

Average temperature in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average pressure in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average wind speed in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average humidity in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average rainfall in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average rainfall days in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average snowfall in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average snowfall days in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average sunshine days in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average UV index in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average cloud cover in December - East Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA

Average visibility in December - East Rapids, 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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