December weather forecast
Elmira, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elmira, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.8°F (1°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 23°F (-5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Elmira, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elmira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.1 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elmira, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.5 days and aggregates up to 16.85" (428mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elmira in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Elmira, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Elmira, IA

Average temperature in December - Elmira, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°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 (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Elmira, IA

Average pressure in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, IA

Average wind speed in December - Elmira, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Elmira, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Elmira, IA

Average rainfall in December - Elmira, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Elmira, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Elmira, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elmira, IA

Average snowfall in December - Elmira, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elmira, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Elmira, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elmira, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Elmira, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Elmira, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Elmira, IA

Average UV index in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Elmira, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

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

Average visibility in December
Elmira, IA

Average visibility in December - Elmira, 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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