December weather forecast
Fonda, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fonda, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). In Fonda, the December nights cool down to an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fonda, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.1 snowfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Fonda, in December, the average high-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fonda, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fonda, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fonda?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fonda have in December?

In Fonda, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fonda, IA

Average temperature in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Fonda, IA

Average pressure in December - Fonda, 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
Fonda, IA

Average wind speed in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Fonda, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Fonda, IA

Average rainfall in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Fonda, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fonda, IA

Average snowfall in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fonda, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fonda, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fonda, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Fonda, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Fonda, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Fonda, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

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

Average visibility in December
Fonda, IA

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

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

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