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 onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Ellsworth's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In December, in Ellsworth, Iowa, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ellsworth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Ellsworth are January through May, October through December. In Ellsworth, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ellsworth, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.8 days and aggregates up to 16.85" (428mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Ellsworth is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Ellsworth is 4.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Ellsworth, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Ellsworth in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Ellsworth?
How much does it rain in Ellsworth in December?
How much does it snow in Ellsworth in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Ellsworth?
How many hours of daylight does Ellsworth have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ellsworth?
How long on average sun shines in December in Ellsworth?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ellsworth?
How high is the UV index in December in Ellsworth?
Average temperature in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Ellsworth, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.27"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ellsworth, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Ellsworth, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Ellsworth, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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