December weather forecast
Joice, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Joice, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and max 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). An average low-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

In Joice, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Joice, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Joice, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.3 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated. In Joice, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.9 days and aggregates up to 28.23" (717mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Joice is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Joice, is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Joice, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Joice, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Joice have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Joice?

January, February, November 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 Joice, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Joice, IA

Average temperature in December - Joice, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°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 (9.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Joice, IA

Average pressure in December - Joice, 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
Joice, IA

Average wind speed in December - Joice, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Joice, IA

Average humidity in December - Joice, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Joice, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Joice, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Joice, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Joice, IA

Average snowfall in December - Joice, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Joice, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Joice, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Joice, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Joice, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Joice, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Joice, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Joice, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Joice, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Joice, IA

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

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

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