December weather forecast
High Amana, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in High Amana, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.4°F (0.8°C) and min 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

As High Amana enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) of November to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). Throughout December, High Amana's nights cool down to an average of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In High Amana, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in High Amana, there are 141.8 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In High Amana, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:16 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In High Amana, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In High Amana, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In High Amana, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in High Amana?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does High Amana have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
High Amana, IA

Average temperature in December - High Amana, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
High Amana, IA

Average pressure in December - High Amana, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
High Amana, IA

Average wind speed in December - High Amana, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
High Amana, IA

Average humidity in December - High Amana, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
High Amana, IA

Average rainfall in December - High Amana, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
High Amana, IA

Average rainfall days in December - High Amana, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
High Amana, IA

Average snowfall in December - High Amana, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
High Amana, IA

Average snowfall days in December - High Amana, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
High Amana, IA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
High Amana, IA

Average sunshine days in December - High Amana, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
High Amana, IA

Average UV index in December - High Amana, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
High Amana, IA

Average cloud cover in December - High Amana, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
High Amana, IA

Average visibility in December - High Amana, 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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