December weather forecast
Fruitland, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Fruitland, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). In Fruitland, the expected average low-temperature for December is a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Fruitland is 80%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Fruitland, Iowa, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fruitland, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.1 days and aggregates up to 16.38" (416mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Fruitland. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fruitland in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fruitland, records 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fruitland?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Fruitland?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Fruitland?

In Fruitland, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fruitland?

In Fruitland, Iowa, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fruitland?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fruitland have in December?

In Fruitland, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fruitland?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fruitland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fruitland, Iowa, is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fruitland?

January 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 Fruitland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fruitland is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Fruitland, IA

Average temperature in December - Fruitland, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Fruitland, IA

Average pressure in December - Fruitland, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fruitland, IA

Average wind speed in December - Fruitland, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Fruitland, IA

Average humidity in December - Fruitland, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Fruitland, IA

Average rainfall in December - Fruitland, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Fruitland, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Fruitland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fruitland, IA

Average snowfall in December - Fruitland, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fruitland, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Fruitland, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fruitland, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Fruitland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Fruitland, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Fruitland, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Fruitland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Fruitland, IA

Average visibility in December - Fruitland, 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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