Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Elk Horn, Iowa, is 79%.Rainfall
In Elk Horn, in December, during 5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.8 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38 snowfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Elk Horn, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Elk Horn is 4.9h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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When is the lowest UV index in Elk Horn?
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Average temperature in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Elk Horn, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.4"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min
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
Elk Horn, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Elk Horn, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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