December weather forecast
Indianola, IA

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Weather in December

Greeted by Jack Frost, December in Indianola, Iowa is a winter spectacle, showcasing high humidity at 78% and 0.94" (24mm) of snowfall. The month dances to the tune of the winter solstice, short days, and long, chilly nights. The town glistens under nature’s beautiful snowy cloak, embracing the holiday spirit. Cozy indoor activities and glittering city lights morph the long, cold nights into festive evenings. As the year winds up, December lays a frosty tome of winter anecdotes, marking an end to the city's annual weather cycle.

Temperature

Indianola's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Indianola witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

In Indianola, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Indianola, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Indianola, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.9 days and aggregates up to 10.12" (257mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Indianola, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Indianola, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Indianola, records 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Indianola, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Indianola, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Indianola, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Indianola?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Indianola have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Indianola have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Indianola, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average temperature in December
Indianola, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Indianola, IA

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

Average wind speed in December
Indianola, IA

Average wind speed in December - Indianola, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Indianola, IA

Average humidity in December - Indianola, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Indianola, IA

Average rainfall in December - Indianola, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Indianola, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Indianola, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Indianola, IA

Average snowfall in December - Indianola, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Indianola, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Indianola, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Indianola, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Indianola, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Indianola, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Indianola, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Indianola, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Indianola, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Indianola, IA

Average visibility in December - Indianola, 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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