December weather forecast
Fallow, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Fallow, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 28°F (-2.2°C) and min 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 28°F (-2.2°C). Throughout December, Fallow anticipates an average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

In Fallow, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Fallow, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fallow, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Fallow, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.6 days and aggregates up to 23.03" (585mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Fallow, the average high-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fallow, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fallow, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fallow have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fallow have in December?

In Fallow, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Fallow, IA

Average temperature in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Fallow, IA

Average pressure in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Fallow, IA

Average wind speed in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fallow, IA

Average humidity in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Fallow, IA

Average rainfall in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Fallow, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fallow, IA

Average snowfall in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fallow, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 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
Fallow, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fallow, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Fallow, IA

Average UV index in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Fallow, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Fallow, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Fallow, IA

Average visibility in December - Fallow, 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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