December weather forecast
Fertile, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fertile, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and min 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

As Fertile transitions into December, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a still freezing cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Fertile, Iowa, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fertile, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fertile are January through May, October through December. In Fertile, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fertile, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) 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 7:26 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Fertile, Iowa, is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fertile in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fertile, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fertile?

In Fertile, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Fertile in December?

In Fertile, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fertile in December?

In Fertile, Iowa, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fertile?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fertile, Iowa.

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

In Fertile, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fertile?

On the first day of December in Fertile, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fertile?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Fertile?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fertile?

In Fertile, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fertile, IA

Average temperature in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°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 (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Fertile, IA

Average pressure in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Fertile, IA

Average wind speed in December - Fertile, 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 (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Fertile, IA

Average humidity in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Fertile, IA

Average rainfall in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Fertile, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fertile, IA

Average snowfall in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fertile, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fertile, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fertile, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fertile, IA

Average UV index in December - Fertile, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Fertile, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Fertile, IA

Average visibility in December - Fertile, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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