December weather forecast
Fairbank, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Fairbank, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Fairbank sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Nightly temperatures in Fairbank, Iowa, drop to an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) in December.

Humidity

In Fairbank, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Fairbank, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.7 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fairbank, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fairbank.
On the first day of December in Fairbank, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Fairbank, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fairbank?

Fairbank in December has an average high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fairbank?

In Fairbank, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fairbank?

In Fairbank, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fairbank?

In Fairbank, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairbank?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fairbank, Iowa.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fairbank?

In December, the average day length in Fairbank is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fairbank?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairbank have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fairbank is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fairbank?

January, November 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 Fairbank?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairbank is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairbank, IA

Average temperature in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairbank, IA

Average pressure in December - Fairbank, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fairbank, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairbank, IA

Average humidity in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairbank, IA

Average rainfall in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairbank, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairbank, IA

Average snowfall in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairbank, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairbank, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairbank, IA

Average UV index in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Fairbank, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Fairbank, IA

Average visibility in December - Fairbank, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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