December weather forecast
Kirkman, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Kirkman, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C). Kirkman, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Kirkman is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Kirkman, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kirkman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.5 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kirkman. In Kirkman, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Kirkman, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.5 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Kirkman, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kirkman?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Kirkman, is 32.2°F (0.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kirkman?

In Kirkman, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kirkman?

In Kirkman, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kirkman in December?

In Kirkman, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kirkman?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kirkman have in December?

In Kirkman, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kirkman?

On the first day of December in Kirkman, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kirkman have in December?

In Kirkman, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Kirkman, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kirkman?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kirkman, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate 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 cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Kirkman, IA

Average temperature in December - Kirkman, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°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 (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Kirkman, IA

Average pressure in December - Kirkman, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kirkman, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kirkman, IA

Average humidity in December - Kirkman, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Kirkman, IA

Average rainfall in December - Kirkman, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Kirkman, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Kirkman, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kirkman, IA

Average snowfall in December - Kirkman, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kirkman, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Kirkman, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirkman, 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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kirkman, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Kirkman, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Kirkman, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Kirkman, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Kirkman, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Kirkman, IA

Average visibility in December - Kirkman, 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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