December weather forecast
Fenton, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Fenton, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December, falling from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). Fenton experiences an average temperature drop to 17.8°F (-7.9°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fenton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fenton, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fenton.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Fenton, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Fenton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fenton, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.8°F (-7.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Fenton, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fenton, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Fenton, IA

Average temperature in December - Fenton, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°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 (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°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 (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Fenton, IA

Average pressure in December - Fenton, 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
Fenton, IA

Average wind speed in December - Fenton, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fenton, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Fenton, IA

Average rainfall in December - Fenton, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Fenton, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Fenton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fenton, IA

Average snowfall in December - Fenton, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fenton, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Fenton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fenton, 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: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fenton, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Fenton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fenton, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Fenton, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Fenton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Fenton, IA

Average visibility in December - Fenton, 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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